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Tahoe Meadows

admin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 22:11:33 +0000

The exclusive gated and historical community called Tahoe Meadows in South Lake Tahoe has a magical location. The entrance, which is right off Lake Tahoe Blvd and closer to the Stateline area, appears subdued in nature. Yet, pass through the gate, and a treat is in store. Surrounded by meadow land and pretty much on the lake’s shore, this community is a mixture of quaint “Old Tahoe” cabins and newer construction emphasizing the meaning of California Mountain Lodge. It is rare to find one of these homes come on the market as owners tend to do whatever they can to keep these homes in their family for generations to come.

During 2011, there were zero homes sold. In 2010 one home was sold in the Tahoe Meadows neighborhood.

The Tahoe Meadows home that sold in 2010 was located at 960 Lake Road. The property, built in 1976, includes 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a two car garage and offers 1,764 square feet. The sale price for the one Tahoe Meadow home sold in 2010 was $590,000.

As of October 10th, 2011, there is one home for sale in the Tahoe Meadows neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe. This home is located at 3779 Beach Road. The property, built in 1947, includes 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and offers 2,168 square feet. This property is a lake front home listed at $2,200,000. There are no Tahoe Meadow homes currently in Escrow.

The “Y” Neighborhood

admin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 22:03:57 +0000

The “Y” earned its neighborhood due to the shape of the major intersection combining Highway 50, Highway 89 and Lake Tahoe Blvd. The homes found in this neighborhood were typically built in the 1970′s although the range expands from the early 1950′s to new construction. The main conveniences in this neighborhood, aside from the affordability, are the nearby transportation, shopping, bike trails and forested areas. The high school is right around the corner. If someone is looking for a neighborhood where access by walking is easy, the Y could be the answer.

The number of Y neighborhood homes sold in South Lake Tahoe, California has decreased annually over the last three years. In 2008, 21 homes were sold in the Y area of South Lake Tahoe. In 2009, the number of homes sold in the Y area dropped to 17. In 2010, that number dropped again to 14 homes sold in the Y area.

Of the 14 homes that sold in 2010 in the Y neighborhood, the lowest sale price was $65,000 for a condominium located at 1223 Bonanza Avenue #7. That property included three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home was built in 1965 and featured 841 square feet of living space. On the other end of the price range, the highest sale price for Y neighborhood homes sold in 2010 was $299,000 for the property located at 1228 Julie Lane #A. That property also offered three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home is a relatively new home, built in 2006, and includes 1,742 square feet.

The average sale price for the Y neighborhood homes sold in 2010 was $159,263 awhile the median home price was $151,250. The average dollar per square foot for the 14 Y neighborhood homes sold in 2010 was $143.87. Nine of the 14 homes sold were bank-owned, and one home was sold by short sale in the Y neighborhood in 2010.

Check out the most recent real estate market update report for the Y Area neighborhood.

Sierra Tract

idxcentral — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:17:53 +0000

The Sierra Tract neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe is an esoteric mix of old and new Tahoe with some homes dating back to the earliest part of the 20th century but with many properties being only 5-10 years old.
Situated between two of the main tributaries feeding Lake Tahoe, the Upper Truckee river and Trout Creek many properties on the “perimeter” of Sierra Tract lie directly on these streams lush and pristine meadows. Most homes in the Sierra Tract are within walking distance of these streams and meadows and access directly to Lake Tahoe for the more intrepid. The back of the neighborhood backs up to miles and miles of National Forest for outdoor recreation such as mountain biking, hiking or just strolling through the forest. Fly fishing is a popular pastime for many residents of Sierra Tract with excellent fishing to be had in both nearby streams.

The Sierra tract neighborhood is convenient to everything Tahoe and by making the Sierra Tract your Lake Tahoe home you will be just minutes to world class skiing and riding at Heavenly Mountain Resort, Lake Tahoe’s pristine beaches, world famous nightlife at Stateline, Nevada, a myrid of shopping, restaurants, night clubs, hiking, mountain biking or just plain “kicking back”

Real Estate values in the Sierra Tract neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe vary considerably with the highest and most solid being those homes that face either the North Upper Truckee meadow or the Trout Creek meadow with values ranging for the former from the mid 200’s to the mid 600’s As for the rest of Sierra Tract values range from the low to id 100’s to the high 300’s. The medium value for the Sierra Tract as of early 2010 is $230,000. Most properties lie on smaller parcel averaging 5,600 square feet with some parcels on or near the meadows surpassing 1-2 acres.

The Sierra Tract neighborhood of Lake Tahoe may be one of the best kept secrets however for securing a great value when purchasing Lake Tahoe real estate by merit of sporting one of the most affordable neighborhoods of the entire Lake Tahoe basin and coupled with an “old Tahoe” ambiance and old fashioned neighborhood values the Sierra Tract area should be seriously studied prior to purchasing Lake Tahoe real estate.

Check out the most recent real estate market update for the Sierra Tract neighborhood.

Tahoe Paradise

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:48:22 +0000

What’s in a name? In the case of the Tahoe Paradise neighborhood, the answer is everything. The name Tahoe Paradise alone conjures up images of a better life – pure Paradise. The Tahoe Paradise neighborhood is located toward the west end of Pioneer Trail where joined with Hwy 50 near Meyers. This neighborhood is very popular with both full and part-time residents due to its secluded wooded environment and overall peaceful setting. Nature abounds throughout the area with numerous forested trails, ideal for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing, creeks, wildflowers and animal life. One of South Lake Tahoe’s most popular mountain bike trails is Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and begins within the Tahoe Paradise neighborhood. Nearby ski resorts (within 20 – 30 minutes either way,) are Heavenly Mountain and Sierra At Tahoe. If you find yourself looking at an aerial map, ignore what appears to be a great distance. Sandy beaches and the pristine blue of Lake Tahoe are within fifteen minutes driving. Looking for even more recreation opportunities? Check out the proximity to two nearby golf courses, Tahoe Paradise Golf and Lake Tahoe Golf Course. Young anglers and slalom water skiers will enjoy nearby Tahoe Paradise Park and Lake Baron. Don’t worry about being too far away from “city” amenities. There is a well-stocked local grocery store, gas station and great dining opportunities within the immediate area.

Homes within the Tahoe Paradise neighborhood tend to range from older cabins such as chalets and A-frames to stunning new construction featuring the latest in architecture and technology. Many of the homes border National Forest and State Conservancy land with views of mountains and wooded forests. The overall price range for the area is in the $300,00 to $400,000 range for a three bedroom, two bath home. According to the South Tahoe Association of Realtors’ Multiple Listing Services, the 2009 reported 32 sales for the Tahoe Paradise area with a median home price of $388,500. Tahoe Paradise was one of the few neighborhoods not showing a decrease in value during the past year. The same service reported 26 sales with a median home price of $389,000 during 2008.

Check out the most recent real estate market report update for the Tahoe Paradise neighborhood.

Tahoe Keys

idxcentral — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:46:19 +0000

The Tahoe Keys neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe is the place to be if you want quick and easy access to the Lake. The majority of the homes and townhouses in the Tahoe Keys have a private boat dock. You can walk out your back door to your private dock or stroll over to the community homeowner’s boat docks and be out on Lake Tahoe in a matter of minutes.

The Tahoe Keys is a 740 acre, private marina community connected with eleven miles of inland canals. The Tahoe Keys Property Owner’s Association includes two pools, one indoor available year round with spa and a beautiful out door pool set on the shores of Lake Tahoe.

Additional amenities include:

Private homeowners beach
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts
Indoor Pool and spa
Seasonal Outdoor pool
Children’s play area
Beautiful green grounds
Private security patrols
Private Water Association, currently upgrading their infrastructure
Home owners clubhouse and pavilion
Homeowners pier

The Tahoe Keys neighborhood is home to Tahoe Keys Marina is home to the Fresh Ketch Restaurant and The Sierra Athletic Club

The Tahoe Keys neighborhood’s home have incredible views aided by the fact it is one of the few neighborhoods at Lake Tahoe that has underground utilities. The spectacular views include Mt. Tallac, Heavenly Valley, Lake Tahoe of course, wide open meadows with local wild life. The homes range from ultra contemporary modern homes, homes mimicking the styles of the Swiss Alps, Tahoe chalets and many other designs. There are also townhomes clustered along Ala Wai, Tahoe Keys Blvd and Venice Blvd.

In the summer the Tahoe Key’s is the place to play, boat or jet ski or if you are looking for a quiet activity sit on one of the park benches and observe the wild life in the adjacent meadow. The Tahoe Key’s neighborhood is adjacent to Pope Beach.

Check out the most recent real estate market report update for the Tahoe Keys neighborhood.

Tahoe Island Park

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:43:45 +0000

Tahoe Island Park also known as the entrance to the Tahoe Keys or the state streets is one of South Lake Tahoe’s most loved neighborhoods. Bordered by The Tahoe Keys neighborhood and beautiful open meadows this is a wonderful family neighborhood. Attributes include: easy access, level lots, and a great sense of community and for some access a dock in the Keys Homeowner’s marina. Homeowners in this neighborhood have a long held tradition of pride of ownership as evidenced by many of the beautifully landscaped parcels.

Homes here reflect Tahoe’s varied building styles, ranging from Tahoe chalet’s to new contemporary homes, many homes are single story ranch style ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 square feet in size. If you are looking for a permanent Tahoe home or vacation home this is a wonderful place to relocate with convenient easy access to all of Tahoe has to offer: shopping, dining, skiing, lazy days at the beach, hiking, biking, boating and so much more. Tahoe Island Park has a neighborhood feel but walk down the street and you can access miles of trails through the meadows, to the river and to the Lake. The same amenities that would appeal to the Tahoe home owner also appeal to vacation visitors.

One secret gem of South Lake Tahoe is the Sky Meadows Community ( a planned unit development). Sky Meadows is comprised of adorable chalets and backs to wide open meadows and the river. Home owners here don’t have to worry about snow removal the HOA takes care of the parking areas and the paths to each individual cabin or chalet. Sky Meadows is a favorite spot for families on vacation (some homeowners do live here full time).

Check out the most recent real estate market report for the Tahoe Island Park neighborhood.

Tahoe Island Drive

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:42:15 +0000

Tahoe Island Drive is a woodsy, family oriented neighborhood located between Highway 89 and Tahoe Keys Blvd, just to the south of the Tahoe Keys. This neighborhood is well loved by Lake Tahoe locals, second homeowners and vacation visitors alike. Tahoe Island enjoys all the same benefits of close proximity to Lake Tahoe and Highway 89 as the Gardner Mountain Neighborhood. The network of bike trails to the beaches, Camp Richardson and Valhalla/Kiva historic sites run through this neighborhood.

The Tahoe Island Drive Neighborhood is home to many long time Tahoe locals who appreciate its wonderful location, tall trees and peaceful settings.

A few of the special features of this neighborhood are:

Tall Pines
Bike or walk to Camp Richardson
Bike or Walk to the Keys Lagoon-watch the geese
Level neighborhood, great for walking
Minutes to Pope Beach, Kiva Historic Site, Valhalla
Minutes to numerous restaurants and pubs
Easy access to Tahoe’s festivals: Renaissance Festival, Kokanee Festival, Oktober Fest, Great Gatsby Fest, music, theatre and art at Valhalla
Minutes to shopping at the Y
Minutes to Fallen Leaf Lake
Minutes to numerous trailheads including Mt. Tallac
Open Meadows
Blue Go Circulator goes down Highway 89
Anderson’s Bike Rentals anchors the neighborhood
Watch the Eagle’s soar in the meadow

The Tahoe Island Drive Neighborhood consists of classic Tahoe chalets; single story ranch styles homes, a few duplexes and some gorgeous new mountain contemporary homes. Some homes back to open meadows, some to Forest Service Land, and others have a more traditional neighborhood feel. The average lot is 6000 sq. ft. The neighborhood school is Tahoe Valley Elementary located in the heart of the community. Tahoe Island Drive has long had a reputation for affordability and the place to purchase your first Tahoe Home, which when you fall in the love with the area may be your Tahoe home for life.

Come and enjoy one of South Lake Tahoe’s best-kept secrets-Tahoe Island Drive!

Check out the most recent real estate market report for the Tahoe Island Drive neighborhood.

Stateline

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:40:34 +0000

Located on the California side of the state line leading into Nevada is the neighborhood appropriately called Stateline. This area begins with the casino area, continues down Highway 50 (also called Lake Tahoe Blvd) along picturesque views of Lake Tahoe to Ski Run Blvd. Drive up Ski Run Blvd to Pioneer Trail, turn left and head back to the casino area and you will have outlined the Stateline neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe. This neighborhood is highly sought after by those seeking convenience and strong rental income. This area will be most affected by the currently stalled, redevelopment project which included a convention center, hotel/condominiums, a park and more. A great deal of the redevelopment was completed and beautifully visible along the Hwy 50 corridor.

Among the nearby visitor destinations are the Shops at Heavenly, the Heavenly Gondola, parks and beaches along Lake Tahoe, the Ski Run Marina (where tours on the Tahoe Queen originate) casinos, shopping and dining. And of course, the infamous Edgewood Golf Course where visitors can mingle with the stars during highlighted annual golf events or dine lakeside. In many respects, visitors can park their cars and access all that Lake Tahoe provides via walking or public transportation.

The Stateline neighborhood is quite diversified. The low end of the range for single family residences, find historical cabins built in the early 1940’s and small, 2 bedroom ranchers both with an average value of $200,000. Sizes and styles proceed upward, with some homes backing US Forest or California State Conservancy land. At the upper end of the Stateline value range multi-million dollar lake front estates offering private beach access passes. Many of these homes are the result of tearing down older dwellings and rebuilding with modern architectural designs and technology. Mixed within this wide range of prices and styles, one can also invest in multi-family residences including duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes and apartment buildings. There are also a variety of condos to be found throughout the area.

Check out the latest real estate market update for the Stateline neighborhood.

Pioneer Trail

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:39:19 +0000

The Pioneer Trail neighborhood is an ideal choice for those seeking affordable homes in a quiet area with easy access to outdoor recreation. Although Pioneer Trail runs from the Hwy 50 junction in Meyers to the entrance of Stateline, the Pioneer Trail area is actually located along the left side of Pioneer Trail between the Country Club area and Montgomery Estates. Within the area, it is common to find a variety of home styles, prices and settings. Here one can find small log cabins, A-frames and chalets as well as newer, larger construction featuring new home technology. Many of the homes within the area feature mountain and forest views and/or adjacent to National Forest or State Conservancy land.

Among the most popular outdoor activities for the Pioneer Trail neighborhood is cross country skiing, hiking or biking throughout the many forested trails and meadows. Better yet, grab a great novel and settle in beneath a towering pine surrounded by the sounds of birds. One can even enjoy sitting alongside the shores of the Truckee River or toss in a raft and float aimlessly during the summer months. Within a few short miles are the Tahoe Paradise and Lake Tahoe Golf Courses where one can enjoy the benefits of high altitude golf. Heavenly Mountain skiing is within approximately six miles while most of the South Shore’s most popular sandy beaches are within six to ten miles. Thrill seekers will enjoy the quick and easy access to endless miles of snowmobile trails as well as some of the area’s most popular mountain biking destinations such as Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and the Power Line Loop Trail. Take a look at an aerial map and you will see that the entire Pioneer Trail neighborhood is surrounded by the enchantment of National Forest. It’s all here and with amazing values in today’s Lake Tahoe real estate market.

Check out the most recent real estate market update for the Pioneer Trail neighborhood.

North Upper Truckee

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:37:56 +0000

The North Upper Truckee neighborhoods stand out as one of South Lake Tahoe’s finest areas due to balanced demographics of second homeownership, retirees and local professionals. This well kept and lush area is desirable to Lake Tahoe vacationers and second home homeowners “In The Know” because of the proximity to hundreds of square miles of National Forest, Echo Lake and Desolation Wilderness, Fallen Leaf Lake and South Lake Tahoe’s world famous beaches.

North Upper Truckee residents have an abundance of recreational opportunities minutes from their homes which include world class fly fishing in the Upper Truckee River and 10 minutes over Luther Pass the West and East Fork of the Carson River. A myriad of high elevation alpine lakes are within a short drive from the North Upper Truckee neighborhoods as well and include Caples, Red, Blue, Kirkwood, Echo, Fallen Leaf and of course Lake Tahoe.

Winter finds a quiet serenity shrouding the entire area interrupted only by the hissing of ski’s or snowshoes gliding through a mountain meadow or possibly the far away sounds of backcountry avalanches. Within a short drive from the North Upper Truckee neighborhoods lies the skiing and riding Mecca’s of Heavenly Mountain Resort, Sierra at Tahoe and Kirkwood Mountain Resort. All three of these world class winter destinations afford the best in winter recreation and are one of the major reasons many find the North Upper Truckee area one of the best for overall proximity to these resorts.

When it comes to living, working and playing at Lake Tahoe many find the natural ambience of the North Upper Truckee neighborhoods to fit the bill perfectly. With home values ranging from the mid 200’s and ranging as high as just under 3.0 million it is a diverse and esoteric real estate market. Values tend to be higher for properties which enhanced by mountain or lake views as well as those backing National Forest or California Conservancy land. On the other hand there are many smaller single-family homes that are currently as low as the mid 300’s and many larger family homes available under $500,000.

All in all the North Upper Truckee neighborhoods offer something for everyone looking for the true Lake Tahoe lifestyle.

Check out the most recent real estate market update for the North Upper Truckee neighborhood.