Nevada City Land for Sale

Nevada City Land for Sale

**Discover Your Dream Land in Enchanting Nevada City, California**

Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Nevada City is a hidden gem that perfectly blends natural beauty with rich history. Known for its charming Victorian architecture and vibrant arts scene, this picturesque town offers a unique lifestyle surrounded by stunning landscapes, including lush forests, rolling hills, and pristine rivers. With a mild climate and an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to fishing and skiing, Nevada City is an ideal place for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

If you're dreaming of owning a piece of this enchanting region, we have fantastic land for sale that allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Nevada City. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat to build your dream home or a strategic investment opportunity, our available parcels offer diverse options to suit your needs. Imagine waking up to the sound of rustling leaves and the gentle flow of nearby streams, all while being just minutes away from the vibrant downtown area filled with quaint shops, gourmet restaurants, and cultural events.

The land for sale in Nevada City is not just a plot; it's an invitation to embrace a lifestyle where tranquility meets creativity. With easy access to the scenic beauty of the Sierra Nevada, you can enjoy year-round outdoor adventures while being part of a close-knit community that values art, history, and sustainability. Don’t miss your chance to invest in this captivating area—explore our listings today and take the first step towards making your Nevada City dream a reality!

Newest Nevada City Land for Sale

13305 Summit Ridge, Nevada City
$43,000
226136408 MLS
Discover the opportunity to build your vision on this 1.9-acre vacant parcel in Nevada City. Tucked in beautiful Nevada County, this property offers a peaceful setting with convenient access to the outdoor lifestyle the area is known for, including nearby lakes, rivers, hiking trails, and campgrounds. Whether you're looking to create a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or hold land in a desirable foothill location, this parcel offers space, privacy, and potential in a scenic Sierra setting. Located near the beautiful Rollins Lake as well!

13305 Summit Ridge, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Friends Real Estate Services.

13935 Altair Drive, Nevada City
$195,000
226123635 MLS
Build your dream home on one of the larger lots in Nevada City's desirable Altair subdivision! Located on beautiful Banner Mountain, 13935 Altair Drive offers 2.27 acres in an established neighborhood of distinctive custom homes. Mature pines, cedars and oaks create a lovely wooded setting with sunshine, privacy and room to design your mountain retreat. Altair is a paved neighborhood, with underground utilities and access to approximately 84 acres of private community greenbelt with residents-only walking trails. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings while remaining conveniently close to historic downtown Nevada City, Brunswick Basin shopping and dining, and boating, swimming and fishing at Scotts Flat Lake. Build ready property with cut in driveway, a cleared building area, NID treated water, electricity, natural gas, cable and high-speed internet at the lot, along with community completed perc and mantle testing for a standard septic. Subdivision is a Permanent Road Division (PRD) with County maintaining all roads including snow removal. Minimum and maximum home size requirements. This property provides a wonderful opportunity to bring your vision to life in this sought-after foothill community!

13935 Altair Drive, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart ICARE Realty.

13184 Quaker Hill Cross Road, Nevada City
$80,000
226123707 MLS
Discover the perfect opportunity to build your dream home in desirable Deer Creek Park! This beautiful, level parcel offers an affordable opportunity to create your own foothill retreat in an established neighborhood of lovely homes. Located just minutes from historic downtown Nevada City, this property is one of the few remaining vacant lots in this charming development. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, welcoming community, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Just two miles from Scotts Flat Reservoir, where boating, fishing, and year-round adventures await! Embrace the beauty of all four seasons in Nevada County and bring your vision to life on this wonderful parcel!

13184 Quaker Hill Cross Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

13492 Gracie Road, Nevada City
$778,000
226118282 MLS
Rare opportunity to acquire an M-1 zoned light-industrial parcel minutes from Nevada City, with convenient access to Highway 49. This 8.01 +/- acre site includes approximately 5.25 +/- usable acres, well-suited to development or staging. Nevada County's M-1 (Nevada County Code 12.02.050) permits a wide range of uses, including production, repair, distribution, research & development and warehousing of goods and equipment offering flexibility for a variety of industrial and commercial operations. Power and piped treated water are available at the road off Joe Day Ranch Road. The surrounding area includes a self-storage facility and several established service-based businesses. This parcel presents solid potential for both owner-users and investors seeking a long-term industrial position in Western Nevada County.

13492 Gracie Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Wesely & Associates.

12277 Pawnee Trail, Nevada City
$75,000
226106923 MLS

12277 Pawnee Trail, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

12141 Newtown Road, Nevada City
$95,000
226112801 MLS
Imagine building your dream home with breathtaking 240-degree views! This beautiful Nevada City residential lot features gently rolling terrain with easy-to-build homesites and a 160-foot well drilled by Peters, reported at 30 GPM when drilled. A shared leach field is already in place on Lot A, with owners responsible for future maintenance, providing a valuable start on the property's infrastructure. NID water and scenic trails are located at the bottom of the property, adding to its recreational appeal and future potential. Located just minutes from historic downtown Nevada City, this peaceful foothill setting offers convenient access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation while maintaining a private, rural feel. Whether you are ready to build now or planning for the future, this vacant land offers a beautiful canvas for your vision. Come explore the possibilities and picture your new home here!

12141 Newtown Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Gold.

11094 Cement Hill Road, Nevada City
$260,000
226111313 MLS
Your Sierra Foothills Story Starts Here! A vision waiting to be realized on a stunning 4.08+/- acre parcel in the coveted Cement Hill neighborhood of Nevada City, CA. With no HOA or restrictive covenants, the only limit is your imagination. Whether you bring this dream of a craftsman style home or chart your own architectural path, this blank canvas is ready for you. This is more than a just building a house, it's a lifestyle. You're just an hour from Lake Tahoe's alpine waters, and 2.5 hours from the energy of San Francisco. Land like this private, buildable, and beautifully positioned doesn't come along often. Bring your vision. This is where it begins.

11094 Cement Hill Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Wesely & Associates.

10423 Park Avenue, Nevada City
$285,000
226104784 MLS
Nicely cleared 1.5-acre lot offers lightly treed, nearly level site for your home. Gentle tree coverage: towering pines, nice sprinkling of madrones, cedars, oaks. Choice of home sites. Good tree maintenance on this site. Country living a few parcels beyond Nevada City's lively Pioneer Park: tennis courts, stage for outdoor concerts, pool, baseball, rustic meeting hall, playground, picnic tables beside a small brook. Rare to find a good building site this close to town.

10423 Park Avenue, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty.

10680 Success Cross Road, Nevada City
$79,000
226107679 MLS
Stunning and Private end of the road 4.17 acre property in desirable Forest Knolls Estates, overlooking a year around waterfall. The building site sits below the NID ditch, snuggled in a lovely creek setting. Along with the peaceful water flowing soundtrack, you will enjoy walking trails and nature galore right outside your front door. This is a perfect opportunity to build in one of the nicest areas on Banner Mountain, being so close to town and one of the most unique lots available in this Subdivision.

10680 Success Cross Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Recreation Realty.

11852 Slate Creek Road, Grass Valley
$250,000
226102487 MLS
Nestled close to the prestigious Foxwood Estates and Morgan Ranch enclave, this exceptional 4.55-acre retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, beauty and convenience. Located just 3 miles from downtown Grass Valley, it features a brand-new, fully permitted septic system, NID-treated water, and sweeping territorial views that elevate everyday living. A PGE connection is only a stone's throw away. This acreage is the ideal canvas for your Real Estate Dreams to come true.

11852 Slate Creek Road, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Allison James Estates & Homes.

16970 Old Downieville Highway, Nevada City
$55,000
226091140 MLS
These 3 level lots combined make for a perfect easy build project that's close to town on Old Downieville Highway, near Highway 49. Soils testing has already been done and power is right at the street in front of this property. 50% of the property has already been cleared. Priced competitively.

16970 Old Downieville Highway, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc..

140 Redbud Way, Nevada City
$119,000
226085253 MLS
Nevada City - Downtown - Very nice lot ready to build. Walking distance to downtown Nevada City and all she has available. The Queen of the Northern Mines, Restaurants, Bars and Entertainment. All public utilities. Easy build, ADU required. Plans available.

140 Redbud Way, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Recreation Realty.

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