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18399 Lime Kiln Rd., Sonora, CA

$1.6M4bd · 4ba · 2,300 sqft
Lot 1,742,400 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•157d on market•MLS# 00-41134060

Property Description

Nestled in the scenic foothills of Tuolumne County, Buckeye Basecamp is a rare legacy property offering privacy, natural beauty, income potential, and extraordinary future development opportunities. This remarkable property features a custom residence, extensive usable land, a large Quonset hut/shop building (to be completed prior to COE), year-round creek including private swimming hole, and a proven short-term rental and event-use history. What truly sets this property apart is its exceptional long-term potential. According to the Tuolumne County General Plan, the property may be eligible for subdivision into parcels as small as approximately 2 acres on the south side of the creek and approximately 5 acres on the north side of the creek (buyer to verify all development potential with county authorities). This creates a unique opportunity for a future residential subdivision, family compound, boutique resort, retreat center, wellness destination, glamping development, or continued expansion as an income-producing hospitality property. Currently operated as a successful short-term rental retreat, the property offers the rare combination of immediate usability and long-term upside. Guests and visitors are drawn to the peaceful setting, mature trees, dramatic rock outcroppings, private creek access, 12 foot deep swimming hole, open meadows, and the sense of seclusion while still being within reach of Sonora and outdoor recreation destinations. The large Quonset hut/shop will provide flexible space for equipment storage, events, workshops, recreational use, or future development support. Multiple potential building sites throughout the property offer privacy, views, and development flexibility. Whether you are seeking a private Sierra retreat, an investment with substantial future potential, or a signature development opportunity, Buckeye Basecamp offers a truly uncommon combination of natural beauty, infrastructure, flexibility, and vision. Views: Ridge

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 2025

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
2025
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Heating
Heat Pump
View
Canyon, Hills, Trees/Woods
Flooring
Concrete, Laminate
Roof
Metal
City
Sonora
County
Tuolumne
Listed byKA Worden Inc, Kerry Worden

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$8,090.47
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,280,000
Total Interest
$1,632,569
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$2,912,569
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

18399 Lime Kiln Rd., Sonora, CA

Sonora · Single Family Residence

$1.6M
Luxury Tier
Beds
4
Baths
4
Sqft
2,300
Lot
40.00 ac
Year
2025
$/Sqft
$696
Pool: Yes✓
View: Canyon, Hills, Trees/Woods✓

Listed 152.0% above the median closed sale of $635,000. Price per sqft ($696) is a 143% premium to closed comps ($286). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $1.60M· $696/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $635K
+$965K (+152.0%)
Active comps
vs active median $639K
+$961K (+150.4%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $412
+$284 (+69.1%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
186 TheallSonora1937321,8643,799$255$475,0001355
17545 Mount Elizabeth RoadSonora2004421,902245,678$236$449,50014251
18180 Robin RidgeSonora2009331,813226,948$869$1.57M15050
17910 Dolores LnSonora1978331,924143,312$364$699,9005749
13246 Armistead CirSonora1992331,91687,120$334$639,0007548
Total: 5 · Average3.22.61,883.8141,371.4$411.6$767,68087.4
Median1,902$639,000

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
13530 Joshua WaySonora198808/24/2026332,161137,649$750,000$755,000$3491.018052
14580 Booker Rd.Sonora198008/21/2026432,792233,481$799,000$785,000$2810.9815951
21835 White ThornSonora200309/22/2026332,09326,400$489,500$489,000$2341.005351
19035 Apple Valley DrSonora199809/09/2026422,12835,719$679,000$635,000$2980.9416451
23870 PACK TRAILSonora197808/11/2026332,12836,692$585,000$575,000$2700.985950
Total: 5 · Average3.42.82,260.493,988.2$647,800$647,800$286.4—103
Median2,128$635,000$635,000

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.