Nevada County property record for 10196 Upward Way, Grass Valley, CA 95949
| Property Type | Residential Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 3.98 acres (173,369 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $156,000 (Jul 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $1,710 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2024 Sale Jul 2021 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 022-250-039-000 |
| Primary APN | 022-250-039-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Lot Area | 173,369 sqft |
|---|---|
| Terrain | Rolling |
| View / Lot | Average |
| Water Source | Well |
|---|
| Old Parcel Number | 22-250-39-000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 10196 UPWARD WAY |
| City | GRASS VALLEY |
| State | CA |
| Zip | 95949-9116 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Residential |
| Local Zoning Code | RA-3 |
| Legal Description | PCL 3 PM 21/20 |
| Legal Lot Number | 3 |
| Jurisdiction | NEVADA CA |
| Township / Civil Division | GRASS VALLEY |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1000 |
| Census Tract | 104 |
10196 Upward Way, residential vacant land, is owned by an individual who bought it in July 2021.
Source: Nevada County records, as of July 7, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1981 MONTECITO AVE, 106, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94043-4321 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2024 | Grant Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 9, 2021 | Grant Deed, Transfer FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE, FIDELITY NATL TTL CO OF CA |
| Nov 2, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage MICHAEL FERRARI |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 9, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 9, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Dec 5, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 202123349 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEVADA CA |
| Recording Date | Mar 15, 2024 |
| Property Address | 10196 UPWARD WAY, GRASS VALLEY, CA 95949-9116 |
| Document Number | 0000004138 |
| Map Reference | DOC 20210023349 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 8, 2024 |
| Instrument | 20240004138 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 3, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 703 B ST, MARYSVILLE, CA 95901-5556 |
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEVADA CA |
| Recording Date | Jul 9, 2021 |
| Property Address | 10196 UPWARD WAY, GRASS VALLEY, CA 95949-9116 |
| Document Number | 0000023349 |
| Map Reference | MB 21 P G20 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 7, 2021 |
| Instrument | 20210023349 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 10, 2023 |
| Title Company | FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE, FIDELITY NATL TTL CO OF CA |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3530 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO, CA 94306-3631 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEVADA CA |
| Property Address | 10196 UPWARD WAY, GRASS VALLEY, CA 95949-9116 |
| Document Number | 0000022139 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 2, 2018 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 6, 2020 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Husband and Wife |
| Address | 364 HATTON CT ROSEVILLE CA 957476469, ROSEVILLE, CA 95747-6469 |
| Document Number | 0000022139 |
|---|---|
| Date | Nov 9, 2018 |
| Instrument | 22139 |
| Name | MICHAEL FERRARI |
|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|
| Rate | 2.55% |
|---|
The 2025 property tax bill for 10196 Upward Way was $1,710.
Source: Nevada County assessment roll, as of July 7, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| County | Nevada County |
| Elementary School District | Grass Valley Elementary School District (KG - 08) |
| Secondary School District | Nevada Joint Union High School District (09 - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $152,796 (-) Land $152,796 | |
| 2025 | $1,710.00 | $152,796 Land $152,796 |
| 2023 | $1,663.00 (-4.7%) | $149,800 Land $149,800 |
| 2022 | $1,745.00 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes and is not a market price estimate.
FEMA maps place 10196 Upward Way in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 20, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 10196 Upward Way is very high, ranking above 90% of the US, with a 0.7% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Very High above 90% of the US · above 72% of California |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.7% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Insurers in high-risk areas may require mitigation or decline coverage; check availability before making an offer.
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 44 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| SmarterBroadband Fixed Wireless | 100 / 25 |
May also be available: DigitalPath, T-Mobile, Verizon.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures