Why Live in Pollock Pines
Pollock Pines, nestled on the edge of the Sierra Nevada range, is known for its dense forests and natural beauty, earning it the motto "Nature’s Wonderland." The community features a variety of housing styles, including early 19th-century Craftsman cottages, ranch-style properties, custom wood cabins, and A-frames. Lot sizes range from quarter-acre parcels to expansive multiacre properties. The area is a hub for outdoor recreation, with Jenkinson Lake and the Sly Park Recreation Area offering fishing, boating, water skiing, and over 9 miles of hiking, equestrian, and bike trails. Forebay Community Park provides additional recreational opportunities with its horseshoe pits, picnic areas, and a Little League baseball field. Pollock Pines is safer than the national average and is served by the El Dorado County Fire Protection District’s Station 17, though it has a moderate-to-severe wildfire risk and receives significant snowfall in winter. The local schools, including El Dorado High, are highly rated. The neighborhood has a small shopping plaza with a Safeway and CVS, and dining options like the 50 Grand Restaurant and Bar and Sportsman’s Hall. Pollock Pines is connected to the rest of El Dorado County via Route 50, with El Dorado Transit providing bus routes to Placerville. The annual covered wagon celebration in June is a notable local tradition.
Home Trends in Pollock Pines, CA
On average, homes in Pollock Pines, CA sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Pollock Pines, CA over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$310,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$268
Number of Homes for Sale
65
Last 12 months Home Sales
173
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%