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Labor Day 2020, I stood on a dock on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore and gazed across the choppy surface through ominously smoky skies. At the tail end of a long, hot summer, the water temperature hovered around 68 degrees, which is, by all accounts, warm for Lake Tahoe. I slapped my swim cap over my head, tucked my hair underneath, pressed my goggles tight around my eyes and dove in headfirst.

With each stroke, I found my mind drifting farther from the task at hand, focused instead on the slew of drownings that had recently occurred on Tahoe—a thought pattern that had become part of my morning swim routine. One incident in particular continued to haunt me.

On August 10, Ryan Normoyle, a 29-year-old woodworker from New Jersey, set up his phone to record himself doing a backflip off his rental boat. Unaware that he had left the boat in gear, Normoyle is seen in the clip for a brief period after resurfacing, watching in panic as his boat steadily coasts away. His body was recovered over a month later at a depth of more than 1,500 feet, making it the deepest recovery ever in Lake Tahoe… READ MORE HERE.

Lumber prices are falling quickly from record highs, and that may be happening at the right time for the new-home market. Home builder sentiment sank to its lowest level since August 2020, with builders blaming increasing material supply challenges for their outlook, according to a newly released report from the National Association of Home Builders. Builders said that declining availability for softwood lumber and other building materials is pushing builder sentiment down in June, at a time when buyer demand is surging…READ MORE HERE.

Fund Fact

Lake Tahoe has 4,446 hours of daylight per year, and on average, the sun is shining seventy-six percent of the time. That’s 3,400 hours of sunshine a year! We hope you’ve been out there soaking it up this week.  

Weekly South Shore Real Estate Stats

Open Houses

2913 Springwood Dr.

$797,900

New Listing!

 

Saturday, July 17th,

11:00-1:00pm

 

Fantastic meadow setting finds this Mtn. Chalet located in highly sought-after “Highland Woods”. Centrally located to all the hot spots, this hidden gem’s neighborhood is off the traveled road and tucked peacefully away. Just a minute to the extensive bike and hiking trails the recreational opportunities are boundless. With nearly 1,500 sq ft. this turnkey 4 bdrm., 2 bath home’s “neck of the woods” is surrounded by the beautiful and important wetlands of the Truckee River on one side and sparkling crystal blue waters of our beloved Lake Tahoe in the near distance. The endless meadows out your back door are viewed from your spacious fenced back yard. Enjoy all Tahoe has to offer in the good life dept. while your outside entertaining from the expansive decking systems, front or back yards or relaxing in the hot tub. Arguably however, the best view and seat in the house is from the balcony’s off the upstairs lofted oversized bedrooms. Lofted open beam, T&G wood ceilings, redwood paneling, step in shower with custom tile inserts all give the mountain ambiance one desires in this fully furnished turnkey Alpine Cabin. Detached 2 car garage with ample storage. Beautifully landscaped front yard is a pleasure to behold along with the well maintained exterior. Newer roof, Rheem Forced air heating system are some of the newer components to this 1970s home which awaits your creative impulses to make this your Tahoe Dream home! 

Hosted By: Shannon Witt (530) 863-0548

1195 Tokochi St.

$779,500

 

Saturday, July 17th,

11:00-1:00pm

 

Spacious tri split level home with room for everyone including your friends and family too! Fabulous county location and lovely mountain views, with easy access on and off Pioneer Trail. Centrally located and minutes to everything, yet you’ll find this setting to be the host of your next sanctuary with the quiet serenity found in the county. Miles and miles of US forests and trails are just steps away from this 4-5 bedroom plus loft, 3 bath home with well over 2,500 square feet of 3 levels of living spaces. Downstairs level is suitable for a mother-in-law or private guest quarters with a separate entrance, 2 bedrooms and bath and laundry. Oversized 1 car gar with workshop and tons of storage. All cleaned up and move in ready, this 1982 constructed home is ready as-is or for your creative impulses to take it to the next level! New garage door, newer 2018 composition roof, new kitchen appliances.

Hosted By: Wally Johnson (530) 277-5687

2913 Springwood Dr.

$797,900

New Listing!

 

Sunday, July 18th,

12:00-2:00pm

 

Fantastic meadow setting finds this Mtn. Chalet located in highly sought-after “Highland Woods”. Centrally located to all the hot spots, this hidden gem’s neighborhood is off the traveled road and tucked peacefully away. Just a minute to the extensive bike and hiking trails the recreational opportunities are boundless. With nearly 1,500 sq ft. this turnkey 4 bdrm., 2 bath home’s “neck of the woods” is surrounded by the beautiful and important wetlands of the Truckee River on one side and sparkling crystal blue waters of our beloved Lake Tahoe in the near distance. The endless meadows out your back door are viewed from your spacious fenced back yard. Enjoy all Tahoe has to offer in the good life dept. while your outside entertaining from the expansive decking systems, front or back yards or relaxing in the hot tub. Arguably however, the best view and seat in the house is from the balcony’s off the upstairs lofted oversized bedrooms. Lofted open beam, T&G wood ceilings, redwood paneling, step in shower with custom tile inserts all give the mountain ambiance one desires in this fully furnished turnkey Alpine Cabin. Detached 2 car garage with ample storage. Beautifully landscaped front yard is a pleasure to behold along with the well maintained exterior. Newer roof, Rheem Forced air heating system are some of the newer components to this 1970s home which awaits your creative impulses to make this your Tahoe Dream home! 

Hosted By: Wally Johnson (530) 277-5687

1105 Sierra Blvd.

$645,000

Price Improvement!

 

Sunday, July 18th,

12:00-2:00pm

 

Great centrally located duplex with income potential; just minutes away from shops, restaurants and much more! Rent both out or rent one and live in the other! Property boasts a fabulous hot tub, work shed and nice flooring. Cute planter boxes in the front yard and a fenced back yard with great potential- perfect for your furry friends or summertime barbeques. Pride of ownership shows on this well taken care of property. This is definitely a must-see income property!

Hosted By: Jesse Yohnka (530) 318-2518

Featured Listings

721 Julie Lane

$589,000

 

Tahoe mountain style cabin, vintage 1976, with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, oversized 1 car garage, plus a bonus room/office! Super charming and well maintained darling cabin up at Gardner Mountain where life is good and away from the hustle and bustle of town! Still in a very good location- close to groceries, beaches, cafes and trails! This property comes with an amazing 6,534 square foot fenced and private yard with a storage shed to keep your tools and toys, as well as a large back deck- perfect for summer BBQ’s and get-togethers! The living room is light and bright, featuring a toasty woodstove corner with brick hearth. Also included is an eat-in kitchen and corner window table seating, which will charm all guests. Covered entry/walk-way, South facing driveway, a great backyard, and super sized decking for the whole lot of toys! 

3415 Panorama Dr.

$749,500

 

The real deal log cabin settled on a .23 acre fully fenced lot! Gorgeous views of Echo Summit and the natural splendor of Christmas Valley finds the true gem of a 2820 sq. foot home. Great floor plan for entertaining the whole family with 3 oversized bedrooms (it was originally designed for 4 bedrooms). Super-sized Living & Family Rooms, when you need a separate space to hang out in look no further. Galley style dining room off an eat in kitchen breakfast nook. Large, fenced backyard for everything you would like to have in your private yard. Enough room to park your RV and eliminate any extra fees of normal storage costs. Loads of decking both front and side plus covered walkway to shed & wood storage. New carpet has been installed May 28th. This wonderful property is 8 miles to the lake, 11 miles to Sierra and Heavenly Ski Resorts, 2 miles to the Getaway Café and a 2 block walk to the Truckee river! 

1975 Osage Circle

$750,000

 

Located on a quiet street, this charming home has all one can need. Beautifully landscaped this property is a show stopper. The front door welcomes you to an open kitchen, dining room, and spacious living room with a wonderful gas fireplace and great views of the backyard. Two nice sized bedrooms and closets allow room for all your gear. There is an additional laundry/mud room off the back. Included in the price is the adjacent vacant lot located at 1981 Osage. The buildable 10,100 square foot lot has an IPES score of 892 with 28% coverage.

 

Welcome to Jubilee Kids Academy- one of South Lake Tahoe’s premier Preschool & Infant Daycare centers. In business since 2012, Jubilee is currently licensed for 42 preschoolers and 8 under 2 & also accommodate before & after school children. Fully staffed with 7 teacher & a director this property is a self-sustaining operation. Operating hours are Mon-Fri from 8am-5pm and there is an arranged bus stop in front of Jubilee for all elementary school kids. The property itself consists of two buildings totaling 2,656 square feet. The main building (Preschool) has 3 separate rooms, 2 kitchens, 4 bathrooms (two full & 2 baths) & an office area with 5 entrances/exits (1 ADA complaint). The second smaller (Infant Daycare) room has 1 bath & full laundry hook up. All of this sits on a 2.5-acre lot that includes a large kids jungle gym and play areas. There is parking for 8 cars out front. Located in the Tahoe Valley Community Plan Special Use Area #2 which allows for a myriad of uses.

282 Paiute Dr.

$1,095,000

 

Welcome home to Lake Tahoe, Nevada: cross the threshold into this inviting and embracing 1800 sq ft split-level contemporary living. This congenial home offers personal spaces for most all your needs including 3 generous bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a great room. Lofted open beam ceiling casts a lovely feeling of light and an airy open space with natural light wrapping in the living, dining and modern kitchen spaces. So much more to this split tri level mountain home, which offers not only terrific gathering spaces on the main entry level and outdoor decking spaces, but also an Office/Den or Gym, laundry and powder room. All easily accessed through and from the two-car garage. The roomy garage features an additional enclosed shop space and a stand-up unfinished basement area that holds all the household goods: toys overflow & more. The upkeep has been notably well done with updates, upgrades & maintenance as noted; Exterior painting, new paving stone driveway & new garage doors. Fabulous new decking front & back, new light fixtures & sconces with terrific low maintenance landscaping. All this situated on .31 natural & easy to maintain landscaped acreage, providing a precious sense of forest serenity, space & privacy not only at home but in this quiet, centrally located community. All this is a short walk or bike ride distance to shopping, groceries, restaurants and cafes in the Round Hill shopping district and to the renowned and seemingly endless trails and beaches. Be here now. 

2051 Mewuk Dr.

$689,900

Under Contract

 

Lake Tahoe Mountain chalet – come to Tahoe Paradise and find this quintessential cabin in the pines ready for you to move right in. These 1,520 square feet, 3-bedroom ,2 baths, plus a 2-car garage sells furnished. Turnkey home which has been remodeled in a mountain rustic motif that will charm a delight. Move in ready so you can kick up your heels as get down to relaxing, working or playing as you set up camp on the front deck overlooking the sierras and pristine forest which surrounds (3 sides) this .22 of an acre parcel. Back yard is perfect for all your entertaining, like BBQing cookout activities with friends and family. An added plus is a back yard fence for your four-legged critters; however, the parcel is much larger and extends to a shared property line dotted with aspens in the back and public lands on either side. Seller has kept the home in excellent condition with a total kitchen and 2 bath remodel, interior and exterior paint, sky lights, driveway recoating, new slider off the downstairs bedroom to the back yard, and all-around maintenance to include decks, which were rebuilt and to be stained. Life is good this makes it better!! Be here now!  

3153 Sacramento Ave.

$375,000

Under Contract

 

Don’t let the size fool you. Bigger is not always better! This adorable studio cabin was built in 1952 and has all the luxuries of living all wrapped up in 292 square feet. This is tiny living at its finest. With its recent upgrades, you could live in it as-is or expand to make your dream home. Located 2 blocks from Reagan Beach and within close proximity to restaurants, El Dorado boat launch, Lakeview commons, shopping and transit. This is the perfect in to Lake Tahoe home ownership.

3151 Sacramento Ave.

$499,000

Under Contract

 

This duplex sits just two blocks from Reagan Beach and the shores of Lake Tahoe. Cabin B showcases a full size kitchen in its compact 388 square feet and Unit C packs all the necessities for living into 308 square feet. A tiny home lovers dream- live in one and rent out the other, or keep as an investment property as both units are currently rented out with long term tenants. There are developmental opportunities as well with a bit of creative thinking. Recently upgraded, these units are perfect examples of Old Tahoe charm with modern amenities. This duplex is within close proximity to restaurants, El Dorado boat launch, Lakeview Commons, shopping and transit and more.