
Oroville, California 95965
Analysis of 12168 Granite Ridge Road, Oroville, California 95965 is currently available with a list price of $550,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Oroville Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1986, this property is well-maintained but shows clear signs of its age with mostly original or dated features. The kitchen and bathrooms, while functional, feature older cabinetry, tile countertops, and appliances that lack modern updates. The rustic interior with vaulted wood ceilings and a stone hearth is in good condition, but the overall aesthetic and the specialized off-grid systems align with the 'fair' criteria for a home of this era that has not undergone a comprehensive recent renovation.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 218236, living area = 1702.
The property encompasses 10.51 flat, usable acres across three separate parcels, providing rare flexibility for agricultural use, livestock, or the construction of additional homes and ADUs.
Equipped with a comprehensive solar array, Kohler generator system, greenhouse, and workshop, this property is ideally configured for sustainable, independent living.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =218236, other record lot size in square feet = 125017.
The reliance on solar and generator systems requires specialized maintenance and may limit the pool of buyers who prefer the convenience of traditional municipal utility connections.
The multi-parcel nature and off-grid status can complicate traditional financing and require extensive buyer verification of zoning, permits, and development options with Butte County.
Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Oroville offering 1,702 square feet of living space. The kitchen opens to the family room, creating a comfortable layout for everyday living. The dining area includes space for casual meals and gatherings. The home features a spacious living room with vaulted wood ceilings, large windows for natural light, and a wood stove on a stone hearth. The kitchen includes ample cabinetry and a central island. The bathroom offers a double-sink vanity with a skylight above for added light. This unique mountain property includes 10.51 flat, usable acres across three parcels with two additional APNs, offering potential for expansion, another home, or an ADU. The land is suitable for gardens, orchards, farming, and livestock. The property operates off-grid with solar panels, coolers, and a Kohler generator system. Propane heating provides comfort during cooler months. Additional improvements include a greenhouse, workshop, shed, and outbuildings. Additional parcels include 1220 Granite Ridge Rd (4.77 acres, APN 058-190-070-000) and a 2.87-acre parcel with no assigned address (APN 058-190-111-000). Located in the Golden Feather Union Elementary School District. Buyers to verify lot size, zoning, permits, and development options with Butte County.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,702 | 1,316 | 72% |
| Lot Size | 218,236 | 10,019 | 87% |
| Price | $550.0K | $290.0K | 92% |
| Price per sq ft | $323 | $222 | 91% |
| Built year | 1986 | 1962 | 77% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 49 | 183 | 4% |
Mar 4, 2026
$550,000
Initial Listing
Jul 18, 2017
$317,500
Public Record