NCRE

08/11/2026

Stop by this Saturday between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to tour this new listing on Tree Top Circle!

03/28/2026

02/13/2026

🏡 Open House – Grass Valley, CA!

Join me tomorrow to preview this beautiful home at
154 Scotia Pines Circle, Grass Valley.

📍 154 Scotia Pines Cir, Grass Valley, CA
🗓 Open House: Tomorrow
⏰ Stop by and take a tour!

If you’re looking for homes in Grass Valley, Nevada City, or the Sierra Foothills, this is a great opportunity to explore a property in one of the area’s most desirable locations.

Come experience the neighborhood, the setting, and everything this home has to offer. I’d love to see you there!

📲 Message me for details, directions, or a private showing.

02/10/2026

Local Resources for Owner-Builders | Nevada City & Sierra Foothills
I recently purchased a vacant lot in Nevada City and am exploring options to build a cost-effective home that makes sense in today’s construction environment.
As part of this project, I’ve been researching local companies and organizations that support alternative construction, owner-builder projects, and more attainable housing solutions.
If you’re planning to build in Nevada City, Grass Valley, or the Sierra Foothills, here are a few local and innovative resources worth exploring:
Living Intent Yurt Co.
Custom yurts and round homes designed for full-time living
Sol Learning Institute – Nevada City, CA
Hands-on education in natural building, small structures, and sustainable living
GeoShip
Bio-ceramic dome homes focused on durability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability
With construction costs where they are today, alternative building methods, smaller footprints, phased construction, and owner-builder approaches are becoming more practical paths forward.
My goal is to identify realistic building strategies that help make vacant land more usable and attainable here in the Sierra Foothills.
If you know of other local builders, prefab companies, designers, or creative housing solutions that work in our area, I’d love to hear your recommendations.
Thinking about buying land or building in Nevada County? I’m happy to share what I’m learning and what’s actually feasible in today’s market.
Paul Smith
Realtor®
DRE #01107845
Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty

01/21/2026

Just Sold | Vacant Land in Nevada City, CA

Another vacant land sale has closed in Nevada City. This property on Empress Mine Court is officially sold, and the new owners have already started planning their future home.

While the vacant land market in Nevada City and the Sierra Foothills is not as strong as it has been in previous years, there are still viable paths forward. Alternative building strategies—such as smaller footprint homes, phased construction, owner-builder projects, and non-traditional housing options—are helping buyers move forward and making vacant land more accessible in today’s market.

If you own vacant land in Nevada City, Grass Valley, or the surrounding Sierra Foothills and are considering selling, or if you would like to understand realistic building options for your property, I’m happy to share local insight and practical guidance.

01/16/2026

Join me this Saturday for an Open House in Eskaton Village!

Come tour this beautiful single-level home in Eskaton Village, a well-established and desirable community known for its peaceful setting and well-maintained grounds. This inviting residence features two bedrooms, a functional single-story layout, and a convenient attached garage, offering comfort and easy living.

Located close to shopping, dining, and essential services, this home is ideal for buyers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle in a quiet, thoughtfully planned neighborhood.

📍 Eskaton Village
🕚 Open House – This Saturday
🏡 Single-Level | 2 Bedrooms | Attached Garage

Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or searching for a single-level home for sale, this is a great opportunity to experience what Eskaton Village has to offer.

01/09/2026

Stop by my open house this Sunday to see a new listing in Eskaton Village. This single-level, two-bedroom home features an additional office, offering a flexible and convenient layout.

12/12/2025

Start Your Saturday with a Home Tour! 🏡
Searching for the ideal home in Penn Valley? Don’t miss this opportunity. Join me this Saturday for an Open House and explore a beautiful property in one of Penn Valley’s most desirable neighborhoods. Whether you’re actively looking or just getting started, this is a great chance to see what the market has to offer.