Land with Home for Sale in Reno, Nevada
631 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509
A rare opportunity to own a fully restored historic landmark, the Nixon Mansion blends 1907 grandeur with modern precision. Originally built "On The Bluffs" for U.S. Senator George Nixon, this iconic estate has been meticulously reimagined, preserving its mahogany craftsmanship, Italian rooflines, and historic character while integrating today's finest systems and finishes. Set on 2.03 manicured acres with 206 feet of Truckee River frontage, the property offers 14,747 sq.ft. of living space, 8 ensuite bedrooms, grand entertaining spaces and 3,000+ sq.ft. of mechanical and storage space. With sweeping Sierra views and flexible potential, it stands as a legacy investment-timeless, irreplaceable, and built to endure. The result is not merely a residence, but an enduring asset - one of the West's most significant private estates, revitalized for modern living or adaptive use. Its scale and zoning offer flexible potential: a private compound, exclusive event venue, corporate retreat, or foundation headquarters - all within Nevada's business-friendly environment and absence of state income tax.
Location
- Street address
- 631 California Ave
- County
- Washoe County
- Zip code
- 89509
- Community
- Newlands Heights
- Elevation
- 4,521 feet
Directions
Corner of Nixon & California Ave.
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.03 acres
- Zoning
- PO
- MLS #
- NNRMLS 240007167
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $42,478
Parcels
- 011-141-34
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- View
- City
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Features
- Landscaped, Level, Sloped Down, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear
Exterior
- Pool
- Deck, Patio
Structure
- Stories
- 3
- Basement
- Finished, Unfinished
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiant Floor
- Cooling
- Central Air, Evaporative Cooling
- Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 14, Bedroom x 8, Den, Dining Room, Game Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Marble, Porcelain, Wood
- Appliances
- Additional Refrigerator(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
- Security
- Security System
- Accessibility
- Accessible Elevator Installed
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Lift or Stair Chair, Pantry, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Beck | Elementary |
| Swope | Middle |
| Reno | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Price drop | $13,500,000 | $2,400,000 -15.1% | NNRMLS |
| Apr 2, 2025 | New listing | $15,900,000 | — | NNRMLS |
| Nov 18, 2024 | Listing removed | $15,900,000 | — | Listing agent |
| June 11, 2024 | New listing | $15,900,000 | — | NNRMLS |