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Property Description
Own a Piece of History. Purchase the Business or make the Building Your Own! This exciting opportunity includes the real estate and the chance to carry on or reinvent a beloved local landmark. Built in historic Boston Ravine in 1851, the original Empire House predates Grass Valley itself. The current owners have transformed 173 years of rich history into The Wild Eye Pub a cozy yet spacious pub/restaurant/event space the potential for a boutique hotel upstairs. The building offers 5,112 sq. ft. across two floors, plus a full unfinished basement. An ample parking lot provides convenient access and is also used for seasonal outdoor dining and events May through September along the picturesque Wolf Creek. Since 2018, the owners have updated the property, adding a custom stage with professional lighting and sound, among many other upgrades. A loyal clientele has grown steadily, and many live music events now sell out. The property includes a large, well equipped commercial kitchen and flexible event space featuring 100 feet of seasonal creekside dining. The venue is known for its live music, year-round concerts, and diverse community events. Full Liquor license (Type 47)sold separately. Located within walking distance of the Nevada County Fairgrounds and Downtown Mill Street shops.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 535 Mill St
General
- Sold For: $640,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: METROLIST_Cali
- MLS ID: 226046828
- Added to Site: 179 day(s) ago
Interior
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Wood
Additional Information
- Other Features: Patio
Parking
- Parking: Open, Commercial Vehicle Allowed, Street, Uncovered
Location
- County: Nevada
- Cross Streets: French
- Driving Directions: Coming from Nevada City get off on HWY 20/Mill St exit toward the Fairgrounds and turn right onto Mill St exit then let onto Mill St. Coming from the 49 from Auburn use the Marysville exit turn right onto Mill St exit
- Location Details: Neighborhood, Downtown, Freeway Nearby, Restaurant Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central, MultiUnits
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Site, Public
- Utility Description: Separate Gas Meter, Separate Water Meter, Sewer Connected, Cable Connected, Telephone, Internet Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Concrete, Wood
- Foundation: PillarPostPier, Raised
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 5,112
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
- Frontage: City Street, Highway Exposure
- Irrigation System: Public District, Meter on Site
- Topography: Level
- Zoning: C-2 GVCITY
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- APN: 029-180-028-000
Listed and Sold by Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 535 Mill St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bell Hill Academy 342 S. Sch St., Grass Valley, CA 95945 | K-4 | 0.4 mi |
Lyman Gilmore Middle School 10837 Rough and Ready Highway, Grass Valley, CA 95945 | 5-8 | 0.7 mi |
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School 10821 Squirrel Creek Road, Grass Valley, CA 95945 | K-4 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 535 Mill St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/21/2026
Sold
$640,000
-8.44%
MLS
6/17/2026
Price Reduced
$699,000
-6.8%
MLS
4/15/2026
Listed
$750,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
535 Mill Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945 (MLS# 226046828) is a Single Family property that was sold at $640,000 on September 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 535 Mill Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Grass Valley? You can browse all Grass Valley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

