Homes are also mixed in this area with many older cabins and homes. Some are quality upgrades. Some nicer homes are near or on the lake, but rarely come on the market. Price range is $280K to $1.5 million.
- The Highlands (Across from Dollar Point)
This area is comprised mainly of permanent residents and professionals. This is a prestige area with a "suburban" feel. Homes here are well maintained. The intermediate school and high school are located in this neighborhood. Homes range from $450K to $1 million. Many newer and completely remodeled homes are priced at the high end.
Dollar Point is another prestigious, higher priced subdivision. It has many of the same characteristics as the Highlands with the advantage of amenities, including beach, pier, buoys, pool, two tennis court locations and club house. Prices range from $500K to $10,000,000 plus for lakefronts.
Another nice, secluded area with a high percentage of permanent residents This setting is more woodsy than Dollar Hill or the Highlands. A mix of older and newer homes with prices ranging from $250K to $1.2 million.
Woodsy and mixed like Carnelian Heights except for some steeper and more narrow roads creating somewhat more difficult winter access, but with the advantage of an association pier. Price range is similar to Carnelian Heights. Occasionally lake views and lake fronts become available.
A very comfortable neighborhood with moderate to high-priced homes in wooded settings. Homes in this area have excellent rental histories due to the Sun Club pier and pool and two tennis court locations. Prices range from $350K to $1 million or higher for a lake view. Lakefronts are close to the highway with easy access.
- Tahoe Estates (above Tahoe Vista)
A potpourri of very nice homes, older cabins, spectacular and some not so spectacular lake views from $300K to $900K.
A level neighborhood of mixed older cabins and newer homes within walking distance of a public beach, marina and restaurants. At this writing, Tahoe Vista homes range in price from $250K to $400K.
A secluded hard-to-find area that's very accessible to dining and shopping. A very quiet area, prices range from $400K to $2.5 million with lakeview homes up into the $700K range.
Near or on Old Brockway Golf Course, this area is gradually upgrading. Prices range from $250K to $750K.
- Kingswood Estates and Kingswood West
Nice areas with good values. Most homes are in treed, quiet settings with some lake views. Five minutes from dining and shopping. Prices range from $400K to $1.5 million.
Kings Beach has the best values in housing on the North Shore, prices ranging from $180K to $300K with most homes in the $200K to $250K range. Brockway is a very small area with homes ranging from $350K to $3.5 million, depending on the location. The area also includes Brockway Springs Estates, site of the famous Brockway Hot Springs Resort Hotel, is a gated lakefront community of 20 home sites on 20 acres. The estates also includes a variety of amenities. Luxury homes in this section can range from 3 million to 8 million.
- Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley
Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley combine the traits of rural rugged mountain ambience and convenient mountain living. Located four miles from Tahoe City, they are as close to downtown shopping as most North Shore subdivisions and closer than most of West Shore. In the opposite direction, they provide quicker access to I-80 destinations of Reno and the Bay Area. Avoiding the traffic jams to skiing on the weekends and holidays, both areas attract the serious skier and vacation user. Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley have quietly attracted both groups for years. The primary residents in the valleys enjoy the bonus of quiet solitude among the forests and mountains in the summer. Houses are in the $280K to $3.5 million range.
West Shore
Another area with a high percentage of local residents, close-in with many level lots. Excellent winter access. Homes range from $250K to $800K
A small, level, wooded area with nice homes and cabins close to Tahoe City. A mixed locals area with prices from $250K to $600K.
A nice area with many local residents. This popular area is close to town with many homes from $300K to $1.2 million.
Above Tahoe Tavern Heights, quiet, close to town. A dead-end subdivision with access to trails, hiking and mountain biking up to Paige Meadows. Woodsy setting and providing beach and pier membership with Tahoe Park Association. Prices range from $300K to $900K.
A level, easy-access area with cabins and homes in somewhat close proximity to each other. Most are 50-foot lots. Some areas are more woodsy. Popular for the gated association beach with two piers, playground and picnic area. Price range from $250K to $1.5 million for homes on the lakeside. More expensive homes on the lake side rarely come on the market.
A quiet subdivision on a sunny plateau above Tahoe Park and Sunnyside. This area is surrounded by forest and trails bordering Paige Meadows, a series of beautiful aspen lined meadows popular with cross country skiers and hikers. Some of the least expensive and most spectacular lakeviews are available here along with a mix of reasonably priced cabins and newer homes. This area is above lake level so it experiences more snow, but also has extensive sun exposure. Owners in the Talmont subdivision enjoy one of the best private West Shore homeowners beaches and recreation areas available at Tahoe Park. Prices range from 400K to 1.5 million.
A nice level area with easy access to the highway. This area consists of a mix of locals, and second homes. Prices range from $250K to $600K.
The most undiscovered area on the West Shore four miles behind Pineland. With direct access to Alpine Meadows' Sherwood lift and tucked away seclusion, this area is excellent for the person who wants quiet mountain living, spectacular mountain views and includes a tennis court. Although an excellent road, a 4WD in winter would be preferable. Price range is $400K to $1.2 million.
Timberland is an older subdivision a mile south of Sunnyside with many "Old Tahoe" style cabins and some newer rustic style homes.
Some homes are of "collector" quality rich in history. Quaint and rustic it is only six blocks long and two blocks wide surrounded by state and national forest and some beautiful meadows with much old growth timber in the neighborhood and surrounding forest.
Timberland has its own water system and its sweet untreated water has been rated by the state as one of the best quality in Northern California. The neighborhood makeup is mostly second homes with a few full-time residents.
Hurricane Bay public beach is a short walk from the neighborhood. Priced from $300K to $700K.
Skyland is a very nice area with moderate and some larger lots. Some homes are large with a spacious feel and some with lake views. Beach association and pier privileges. Priced from $350K to $700K.
A nice level area with prices ranging from $280K to $1 million plus. Some areas of Tahoe Pines are secluded and woodsy. All have access to a beautiful sandy lake front beach and pier next to the $3.5 million Fleur du Lac condos where the former Kaiser estate used to be.
A quality subdivision. Very few homes come on the market in this area due to year-round and long-term second homeowners and a small gated beach. Price range-$400K to $1.5 million. Rarely do any split lakefronts come on the market.
Homewood listings are as rare as in Tahoe Swiss Village. Close to the ski area and marina, restaurants and some shopping, this is a very desirable area with many lakefront homes. Prices start around $300K.
A nice area with quality homes starting at $500K and up. Close to the skiing and with its own lakefront association, this flat, easily accessible subdivision represents prestige and charm. A few "split-lake fronts" and lakefronts here.
Chamberlands is a vacation-oriented community. With the pool, tennis and bussing to beach and nearby ski areas, it is desirable for rentals in both summer and winter. Values are reflected in some degree as to whether or not the home has "joined" the Chamberlands Beach and Mountain Club amenities but all have access to one portion of the beach and the public restaurant. Prices-$350K to $1 million. Lakefront condos and homes in this area are very prestigious.
This highly secluded, quiet area is level and sunny and one of the most pristine areas for the price on the West Shore. Homes range from $280K to $800K. Within walking distance to Chambers beach and pier and restaurant.
- Kai-lua Park-Westlake Village
These two moderately-priced areas have homes ranging from $300K to $400K. There are some pocket areas offering spectacular views or superb privacy that can go for as high as $800K.
Provides low to moderate-priced housing and is popular with "locals." Many older summer cabins are being upgraded due to the affordability of homes and the recent erosion control project providing widening and paving of streets. Close to Sugar Pine Park and Bliss State Park and sharing the beach and pier with Water's Edge Condos, this area has much to offer for the price. Prices range from $230K to $450K, occasionally as high as $700K.
Down the West Shore, Meeks Bay is perfect for summer fun with white sandy beaches and open settings. This area abounds with lakeview homes. Prices range from $375K to $950K. Occasionally lakefronts are available.
The quiet, family side of the lake is represented in the Rubicon Area. Close to Emerald Bay and Bliss State Park, this area contains some of the most beautiful private and public sandy beaches. Spectacular views abound of Rubicon Bay's turquoise and blue water. Quality and prices vary according to location, views and age of property, from $350K to $900K. The area known as the Gold Coast has some of Tahoe's most prestigious estates that occasionally are offered for sale in the multi millions.
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