$1,950,000

790 Pine Knoll Road Applegate, 95703

6 Beds | 4 Full Baths | 1 Half Baths | 7,591 SqFt | 5.5 Acres

Step back in time on this 5.5-acre historic estate in Applegate, once known as Walmond, the Sierra Resort.'' Built as a retreat for San Francisco families in the late 1800s, the property includes 8 homes, with 2 larger residences & 6 cabins. Some of the cabins date back to the 1890s. The main house, approx. 3,700 sq ft with 6BD/ 4.5BA, was built around 1906. It was thoughtfully restored, & features a fully upgraded kitchen & period details. It captures the grace of another era while offering modern comfort, making it the centerpiece of the estate. The second home has 3BD/2BA, plus an office & walk-in pantry. Covered porches extend across both the front and back of the home. It serves as an inviting full-time residence or premium rental. The 6 free-standing cabins each have their own charm and history. The property also includes fenced gardens, grassy lawns, & multiple outbuildings. Infrastructure includes an RV hookup, 2 septic tanks, owned propane, productive wells, & 1 miner's in. of irrigation water. Opportunities to own a piece of CA's early history are exceedingly rare. This estate offers both a connection to the past & a canvas for the futurewhether as a family haven, an income-generating property, or a one-of-a-kind retreat in the Sierra foothills.
Primary
Property Subtype:
3+ Houses on Lot
Bedrooms:
6
Full Bathrooms:
4
Half Bathrooms:
1
Acres:
~ 5.5
Approximate Square Footage:
7,591
Lot Square Footage:
239,580
Stories:
2
Year Built:
1906
Community
County:
Placer
HOA Dues:
$0
Zoning:
RA-B-100
Features
View Description:
Forest, Woods
Air Conditioning:
Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Evaporative Cooler, Window Unit(s)
Floor Covering(s):
Wood
Garage:
Attached, RV Access, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Laundry Description:
Inside Room
No. Of Fireplaces:
1
Exterior
Construction:
Wood Siding
Foundation:
Combination
Roof Description:
Composition
Site Description:
Garden, Greenbelt
Utilities
Domestic Water:
Well
Electric:
220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry, Generator
Heat:
Central, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
Irrigation Water:
Irrigation Connected
Utilities:
Electric, Propane Tank Owned
Schools
Elementary School District:
Placer Hills Union
Middle School District:
Placer Hills Union
High School District:
Placer Union High
Listing
Listing Number:
560948707
Listing Office Name:
Compass

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Listing information last updated on November 4, 2025, 4:08 am PDT