Schaad Ranch: A Century-Old Legacy of Peace, Privacy, and Possibility in the Sierra Nevadas Welcome to Schaad Ranch, a flawless, turn-key retreat blending historic legacy with modern, off-grid living. Held by the Schaad family since 1873, this remarkable 191.84-acre property rests at an ideal 3,000-foot elevation in the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering rare privacy, natural beauty, and self-sufficiencyperfectly suited for both private living and retreat use. Protected by forested ridges from valley heat, winter fog, and heavy mountain snow, the ranch enjoys a balanced, restorative climate. The architecturally designed contemporary home is impeccably maintained and thoughtfully crafted to invite the outdoors in. Expansive windows frame towering pines, firs, cedars, and heritage oaks, creating a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape. With no neighbors in sight, the setting is defined by silence, birdsong, and uninterrupted serenity. Miles of meandering trails lead through pristine, park-like forests to secluded swimming holes, shaded gathering areas, and level clearings ideal for guest cabins, additional homes, or wellness accommodations. Forest Creek, the Middle Fork of the Mokelumne River, and Boston Gulch flow through the property, offering year-round opportunities for reflection, meditation, and nature-based experiences beside moving water. With its scale, privacy, and calming environment, Schaad Ranch presents a compelling opportunity as a boutique wellness retreat or healing sanctuaryremote enough to feel worlds away, yet accessible to Northern California's major population centers. Recreation is abundant across this private wilderness, while thoughtful land stewardship under the California Forest Improvement Program (CFIP) and a Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan (NTMP) enhances fire resilience, preserves over 3 million board feet of marketable timber, and ensures long-term land health. Whether envisioned as a full-time sanctuary, generational legacy estate, or purpose-driven retreat, Schaad Ranch is more than a property it is a place of renewal, intention, and enduring possibility.
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$2,750,000
7401 Schaad Rd, Wilseyville, CA 95257
2beds
1,860sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
191.84 Acres Lot
$2,738,500 Zestimate®
$1,478/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Secluded swimming holesPristine park-like forestsLevel clearingsExpansive windowsProtected by forested ridgesArchitecturally designed contemporary homeRare privacy
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 06, 2026 at 01:26pm
Listed by:
Tiffany Kraft DRE #01898194 209-418-5638,
Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226001327Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Family Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counter, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters, Island w/Sink
Heating
- Radiant Floor, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Whole House Fan, Other
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Sink, Ground Floor, Inside, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,860 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Attached, RV Access/Parking, Covered, RV Possible, Detached, RV Storage, Guest
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Waterfront features: River Access
Lot
- Size: 191.84 Acres
- Features: Private, Garden, Shape Regular, Split Possible, Stream Year Round, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 010021142000
- Zoning description: General Forest
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wall Insulation, Wood, Other
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Connected
- Water: Storage Tank, Well
- Utilities for property: Internet Available, Propane Tank Leased
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wilseyville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,478/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $499,229
- Annual tax amount: $5,912
- Price range: $2.8M - $2.8M
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Road surface type: Paved, Gravel
Estimated market value
$2,738,500
$2.60M - $2.88M
$2,686/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000-3.5%$1,478/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,850,000$1,532/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $2,850,000-5%$1,532/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000-11.8%$1,612/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000+36%$1,828/sqft |
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| 2/5/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500,000$1,344/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$1,344/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,912 +0.2% | $499,229 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,902 +1.8% | $489,441 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,797 +0.3% | $479,845 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,782 +51% | $470,438 +47.1% |
| 2021 | $3,828 +20.2% | $319,808 +22.8% |
| 2020 | $3,186 -3.1% | $260,473 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,288 +116.4% | $255,367 +140.9% |
| 2018 | $1,519 +9.3% | $106,020 +11.8% |
| 2017 | $1,390 +0% | $94,824 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,390 +1.5% | $92,965 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,369 | $91,569 +2% |
| 2014 | -- | $89,776 |
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Est. payment
$16,216/mo
Principal & interest
$13741
Property taxes
$2475
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Neighborhood: 95257
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10West Point Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.9 mi
- 5/10Calaveras High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 18.2 mi
- 3/10Toyon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 20.5 mi
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