23451 William Tell
Tehachapi, CA, 93561
$249,000
MLS: 26006889
Beds
1
Baths
1
Sq Ft
720
Lot
2.66 ac
Year Built
1998
MLS #
26006889
Days on Market
19
Listed
Sep 2, 2026
Description
Tucked into the pines of Alpine Forest, this adorable off-grid A-frame cabin delivers mountain seclusion just 10 minutes from town. Sit on 2.66 acres with room to breathe, expand, and live the way you want. A detached shop already stands ready, and the rest of the land invites whatever comes next--an additional home, a second shop, horses, a garden, or simply more quiet. You get the views without the long, steep climb deeper into the mountains. The 720-square-foot A-frame is compact, charming, and smartly laid out. On the main level you'll find the kitchen, family room, and full bathroom. Upstairs, the open loft holds the bedroom. A bonus enclosed porch faces the view, so morning coffee and evening light both come with a front-row seat to the ridgeline. This is Alpine Forest living at its most approachable: pine-scented air, wildlife passing through, four distinct seasons, and a private-community feel--yet groceries, services, and downtown Tehachapi are a short drive away. Off-grid independence plus usable acreage plus a cute, livable cabin. Come see how much life fits in 720 square feet when the land and the view do the rest of the talking.
Location
Tehachapi, Kern County, CA 93561
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Lorena Semerenko · RE/MAX All-Pro
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Payment estimate
$2,056
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $24,900 · Loan: $224,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.76% as of Sep 10, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $1,455
- Property tax (1%)
- $208
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $93
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Today's Rates
As of Sep 10, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.76%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.09%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Tehachapi home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $8,715 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
USDA Rural Development — 100% Financing＋
ZIP code 93561 qualifies for USDA Rural Development financing — 100% financing with no down payment for income-eligible buyers. USDA loans offer below-market interest rates and reduced mortgage insurance premiums, making this one of the most affordable paths to homeownership in Tehachapi. Check your household income eligibility at eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov.
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