Along Highway 49 Nevada County cities like Nevada City and Grass Valley beckon with their quaint shops, historic museums, craft fairs, art galleries and diverse eateries and breweries all set against the Wild West, early Americana architecture. These cities and the surrounding verdant landscape, rich with the smell of tall pines, rambling rivers and deep blue lakes, showcase a Sierra lifestyle of mountain biking, fishing, hiking, kayaking and skiing.

An artistic thread runs through the Nevada County communities as artisans have always flocked to the area for its serenity and peacefulness. Gold discoveries are still strong in Nevada County and the rich history of the Gold Rush is evident in the many museums and parks throughout the county. Homeowners and those looking for second homes have brought a second “gold rush” of sorts to the Highway 49 corridor. Country estates inspired by log home or Tahoe lodge architecture are hidden in the forested landscape. Others with a higher elevation, boast spectacular tree top views! Charming bungalow styles nestled in the Sugar pines and Douglas Firs, abound for those whose desire is to downsize.

Communities like Lake Wildwood, Penn Valley, Chicago Park, Lake of the Pines, Alta Sierra and Cedar Ridge are popular areas for those looking for homes close to amenities and recreation. Positioned on the western slope of the Sierra Nevadas, Nevada County residents enjoy four seasons and a life that dreams are made of!


Nevada County Map


Nevada County Homes for Sale

$5,995,000

18281 La Mirada Road

  • 7 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 5,208 Sq.Ft.
  • 20.02 Acres
Truckee, CA 96161 Single Family Residence
Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
$2,970,000

21600 Maidu Ridge

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,900 Sq.Ft.
  • 15.02 Acres
Nevada City, CA 95959 2 Houses on Lot
Courtesy of Janet Fullmer
$2,900,000

15826 Indian Springs Rd

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 3,705 Sq.Ft.
  • 42.09 Acres
Penn Valley, CA 95946 Single Family Residence
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty
$2,295,000

14681 14817 Oak Meadow Road

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,400 Sq.Ft.
  • 40.00 Acres
Penn Valley, CA 95946 3+ Houses on Lot
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty
$1,900,000

22346 Retherford Road

  • 4 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 3,410 Sq.Ft.
  • 10.37 Acres
Grass Valley, CA 95949 Single Family Residence
Courtesy of Lyon RE Downtown
$1,895,000

13445 Banner Mountain Trail

  • 4 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • 5,457 Sq.Ft.
  • 2.26 Acres
Nevada City, CA 95959 Single Family Residence
Courtesy of Holderbein Real Estate