
Idyllwild, California 92549
This Fully Restored 1923 Historic Cabin is listed at $559,000, representing a premium turnkey offering on Idyllwild's most desirable street. While the $493,618 Fair Market Value reflects standard area averages, this property justifies its price with a Like-New Condition Rating following a total structural and systems overhaul. The interior features custom pine cabinetry and a restored river rock fireplace, while the new deck provides stunning mountain ridge views. This polished sanctuary is an ideal match for second-home seekers or Owner-Occupants prioritizing historic charm and modern reliability.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
This 1923 cabin has undergone a comprehensive restoration including a new foundation, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and insulation. The interior features a completely upgraded kitchen with new appliances and custom pine cabinetry, alongside fully renovated bathrooms and restored original hardwood floors, qualifying it as a like-new property.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 7405, living area = 906.
This 1923 cabin has undergone a complete structural and systems overhaul, including a new foundation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, offering the reliability of modern construction within a historic frame.
Situated on highly desirable River Drive, the property offers a premium corner lot location with immediate access to Strawberry Creek and the amenities of downtown Idyllwild.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 906, other record living area = 815.
At just 906 square feet, the interior footprint is relatively small, which may feel restrictive for buyers accustomed to larger living areas or those requiring significant indoor storage.
The .17-acre corner lot is modest for a mountain retreat, potentially offering less seclusion from neighbors and street activity compared to larger, more isolated parcels in the area.
Welcome to this fully restored 1923 cabin on River Drive, one of the most desirable streets in Idyllwild. Located on a corner lot very close to Strawberry Creek access and downtown Idyllwild, this amazing 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin at the corner of River and Fir has it all: upgraded electrical panel and wiring, new plumbing, new foundation, new insulation, skylights, a new deck with views, a new HVAC (AC and forced air furnace), washer and dryer, as well as a completely upgraded kitchen with new appliances and upgraded bathrooms, all of which feature handmade pine cabinets and pine slab countertops. But many of the original features, like the hardwood floors, river rock fireplace, walls, river rock chimney, windows, and hand-built stone entrance steps, were lovingly restored to maintain and highlight the cabin's original beauty. This incredibly charming cabin boasts a large living room and separate dining room, en suite master bath, as well as a storage shed/workshop and separate laundry area. The .17 flat lot has a former foundation and plenty of room to add a garage, too. Imagine having coffee on your new handmade log bench on your new deck as you watch the sun rise over the mountain ridge. Whether for part time or full time living, properties on River Drive rarely come on the market. Make sure not to miss this amazing gem in the pines!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 47% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 906 | 1,339.5 | 16% |
| Lot Size | 7,405 | 13,068 | 26% |
| Price | $559.0K | $492.5K | 66% |
| Price per sq ft | $617 | $361 | 94% |
| Built year | 1923 | 1967 | 1% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 39 | 210 | 1% |
Mar 14, 2026
$559,000
Initial Listing
Nov 3, 2023
$343,000
Public Record
Oct 10, 2023
$235,000
Public Record