
Auburn, CA 95603
This Charming Stone Cottage is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $599,000—positioned well below the $605,563 Fair Market Value by 1%. This valuation gap offers $6,563 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 3, the home includes modernized infrastructure like a newer metal roof and heated primary bath floors. Its proven history as a short-term rental and expansive half-acre lot make this an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a unique, move-in ready retreat.
Property is move-in ready.
While originally built in 1942, the property has been well-maintained and features significant recent updates including a newer metal roof, tankless water heater, and dual mini-split HVAC systems. The kitchen and primary bathroom have been modernized with contemporary finishes like butcher block counters, subway tile, and heated floors, making it fully functional and move-in ready.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 22821, living area = 1048.
Built in 1942 with authentic stone walls and a petrified wood fireplace, this 'fairytale' cottage offers rare architectural character and a proven track record as a successful short-term rental.
The property features significant high-value upgrades including a newer metal roof, tankless water heater, mini-split HVAC systems, and heated primary bathroom floors, blending vintage aesthetics with modern comfort.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 2, other record bedroom count = 1.
With only 1,048 square feet of living space, the home's small footprint and two-bedroom layout may limit its appeal to larger families or buyers requiring dedicated home office space.
As a stone structure built in 1942, the property may present unique maintenance requirements or insurance considerations compared to modern wood-frame construction.
Yes, your fairytale can come true! Welcome to The Stone's Throw Cottage, a magical 2 bed, 2 bath stone cottage built in 1942 by Lester Hammond. It is rumored to have been a wedding gift to his newly married son. Hammond built several stone houses between the 1920s and 1940s in this coveted Bowman neighborhood. Perched on a lovely half acre lot, filled with foxgloves, lavender, lilacs and trees aplenty (including two prolific plum trees), this home is anything but ordinary. With all the charm of yesteryear, including interior rock walls and a petrified wood fireplace, this space brings a little bit of enchantment to everyday living. Enjoy sitting on either of the two back porches looking out at your beautifully lush, private backyard. Modern touches include a tankless water heater, two mini split HVAC's, an indoor laundry room, a newer metal roof, and a primary bath with heated floors. The large primary en-suite bedroom has french doors that open onto a covered deck that's surrounded by trees, jasmine, and tranquil views. In the past few years the cottage has been a much loved AirBnB hosting hundreds of delighted guests who returned year after year to enjoy this charming retreat. The proximity to downtown Auburn and I-80 coupled with privacy, a walkable neighborhood, and an abundance of charm adds up to a fairytale of your very own.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 22% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,048 | 1,826 | 12% |
| Lot Size | 22,821 | 10,454 | 78% |
| Price | $585.0K | $615.0K | 46% |
| Price per sq ft | $558 | $347 | 98% |
| Built year | 1942 | 1978 | 12% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 47 | 207 | 2% |
May 26, 2026
$585,000
$599,000
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Apr 30, 2026
$599,000
Initial Listing
Jul 18, 2012
$142,000
Public Record