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Property Description & Video
18290 Backwoods Road, Nevada City, CAVideo Tour of 18290 Backwoods Road, Nevada City, CA.
Discover the magic of year-round Grizzly Creek on this exceptional 10.33-acre Nevada City retreat. Meandering through the property, the creek is bordered by lush elephant ears, ferns, wild hollyhocks, and other native vegetation, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. The land features a beautiful mix of dogwoods, madrones, conifers, and majestic oaks, offering privacy, shade, wildlife habitat, and classic Sierra foothill beauty. Several attractive building sites provide options for your future home, family retreat, or recreational getaway. An existing 13' x 12' unfinished cabin with deck overlooks the creek and serves as the perfect base camp while you plan your vision. The property includes a completed perc and mantle evaluation, power poles along the property line, and a transformer already in place. The seller reports finding placer gold in Grizzly Creek, adding a touch of Gold Country history and adventure. The timbered landscape may also present opportunities for forest stewardship and fuels-reduction programs, potentially helping offset ownership costs while improving forest health and wildfire resilience. Whether you're looking for a private creekside escape, future homesite, recreational property, or the quintessential cabin in the woods, this rare offering combines natural beauty, privacy, and opportunity in one remarkable package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18290 Backwoods Rd
General
- Price: $168,800
- Status: Active
- Type: Land Residential
- Source: METROLIST_Cali
- MLS ID: 226075912
- Updated: 6/14/2026
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Equipment: See Remarks, Other
Location
- County: Nevada
- Cross Streets: Hog Back
- Driving Directions: TYler foote to Skyland to N. Country to Hogsback - subject runs up hogs back. to beyond the driveway
School Information
- School District: Nevada
- Elem School District: Twin Ridges
- Midd School District: Twin Ridges
- High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Utilities
- Sewer: See Remarks
- Water: Stream Year Round, No Well But Needed
- Utility Description: See Remarks
Structural Information
- Current Bldg. Use: Recreational, Vacant
Lot Features
- Property View: Water, Woods, Mountains
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 10.33
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 449,975
- Frontage: County Road, Dirt, Gravel
- Street/Road Desc.: Dirt, Gravel
- Irrigation System: None
- Topography: Rolling, Snow Line Above
- Elevation (Approx.): 2618
- Development Status: Surveyed, See Remarks
- Present Use: Recreational, Vacant
- Potential Use: Residential, Single Family, Timber, Recreational
- Trees/Vegetation: Brush, Trees Many
- Crops: None
- Zoning: Recreation, Single-Family, Timber Production, Tree Farm
- Lot Description: Stream Year Round
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Trust
- APN: 061-080-033-000
Listed by Gold Country Ranches and Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 18290 Backwoods Rd
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Grizzly Hill School 16661 Old Mill Road, Nevada City, CA 95959 | K-8 | 1.2 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 18290 Backwoods Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/14/2026
Listed
$168,800
206.91%
MLS
6/12/2003
Sold
$55,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 18290 Backwoods Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$935
—
$81,238
2%
2025
$935
6%
$79,646
2%
2023
$880
—
$78,085
2%
2023
$880
2%
$76,554
2%
2022
$862
6%
$75,053
6%
2021
$815
4%
$70,900
5%
2020
$786
2%
$67,500
2%
2019
$772
5%
$66,200
5%
2018
$738
7%
$63,000
8%
2017
$689
11%
$58,300
10%
2016
$622
4%
$53,000
5%
2015
$600
6%
$50,500
7%
2014
$567
25%
$47,200
15%
2013
$453
—
$41,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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18290 Backwoods Road, Nevada City, CA 95959 (MLS# 226075912) is a Land Residential property with a lot size of 10.33 acres. 18290 Backwoods Road is currently listed for $168,800 and was received on June 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 18290 Backwoods Road? Do you have questions about finding other Land Residential real estate for sale in Nevada City? You can browse all Nevada City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

