$1,699,000
Beds: 4
Baths: 5
Sqft: 3,940
Sqft lot: 10,019
Acre lot: 0.23
70 Days On Market

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Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1887
Days On Website: 70

Property Details for 523 W Broad Street, Nevada City, CA 95959

A rare opportunity to own one of Nevada City's most treasured historic residences. Designated a Nevada County Landmark, the iconic Boardman House offers a remarkable blend of authentic Victorian craftsmanship, rich Gold Rush history, and thoughtfully integrated modern amenities. Originally constructed in 1874 and rebuilt in 1890 following early fires, this extraordinary home has been lovingly preserved while embracing the comforts of today's lifestyle. Nearly 3,940 square feet provide generous living spaces filled with period architectural details, soaring ceilings, original woodwork, elegant formal rooms, and abundant natural light. The flexible floor plan includes four bedrooms, five bathrooms, multiple gathering spaces, and an updated kitchen designed to complement the home's historic character. A cozy breakfast nook, covered deck, formal dining room, game room, and inviting outdoor spaces create exceptional opportunities for entertaining or quiet relaxation throughout the seasons. The lower level has been utilized as a private office and offers exceptional flexibility with potential for guest accommodations, a home office, studio, or potential separate living quarters, subject to buyer investigation and verification of permitted uses. Completing the property is a detached three-car garage with convenient access from Spring Street, providing generous parking, workshop space, and storagean exceptional amenity for a historic Nevada City property. Conveniently located near the restaurants, boutiques, galleries, entertainment venues, and year-round events of historic Nevada City, the Boardman House offers the rare opportunity to become the next steward of an important piece of California history.

Appliances & Equipment

  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range,Free Standing Refrigerator,Hood Over Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Free Standing Electric Oven

Basement

  • Features: Partially Finished

Bathrooms

  • 5 full bathrooms

Bedrooms

  • 4 total bedrooms

Building

  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 3940
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1887

Disclosures

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Dining Room

  • Dining: Breakfast Nook,Formal Room,Space in Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch,Back Porch,Covered Deck,Wrap Around Porch

Fence

  • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood,Fenced

Fireplaces

  • Features: Brick,Living Room,Wood Burning

Floors

  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood,Painted/Stained

Foundation

  • Details: Raised

Family Room

  • Details: Deck Attached

Garage

  • Spaces: 3

Kitchen

  • Details: Breakfast Area

Laundry

  • Laundry Features: Upper Floor,In Basement,Washer/Dryer Stacked Included

Listing

  • Contract Status Change Date: 2026-05-15
  • List Price: $1,699,000
  • Listing Id: 226062176
  • Mls Status: Active

Location

  • County Or Parish: Nevada
  • MLS Major Area: 13106
  • Postal Code Plus4: 2115
  • Postal Code: 95959
  • State Or Province: CA

Lot

  • Features: Manual Sprinkler F&R,Curb(s),Garden,Landscape Back,Landscape Front
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,019
  • Parcel Number: 005-095-006-000

Living Room

  • Details: Deck Attached

Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 0

Pets Policy

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential

Roof

  • Roof: Shingle,See Remarks

Schools

  • School District County: Nevada
  • High School District: Nevada Joint Union
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Nevada City
  • Elementary School District: Nevada City

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected,Public,Sewer Connected,Electric,Internet Available,Solar,Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public,Meter on Site

Windows

  • Features: Bay Window(s),Caulked/Sealed,Skylight(s),Window Screens

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523 W Broad Street
Nevada City, CA 95959
County Or Parish: Nevada

This data up-to-date as of July 27, 2026 3:01PM.