$949,000 Closed
890 Carnelian Circle
Carnelian Bay, CA 96140
SOLD 2026-08-06
Sold for $976,000 (listed at $949,000)
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3 Beds
·
2.0 Baths
·
1,160 Sq Ft

About This Property

Offered for sale for the very first time, this cherished mountain retreat has remained in the hands of the original family since it was built in 1980. After 45 years of making memories, it's ready for its next chapter. Tucked away on a quiet loop street where traffic is virtually nonexistent, this is the kind of peaceful setting that's difficult to find in Lake Tahoe. With no homes immediately beside you and a forested hillside bordering the backyard, this property offers an exceptional sense of privacy and seclusion. Gather with family and friends on the expansive south-facing deck or unwind in the shade of the towering pine trees at the cozy sitting area tucked farther back. Through the aspens and pines, you'll even catch glimpses of beautiful Lake Tahoe. Inside, vaulted ceilings and a dramatic wall of south-facing windows fill the great room with natural light throughout the day, creating an open, airy feel that lives far larger than its 1,160 square feet. A floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace anchors the living space, while the open concept layout makes entertaining effortless. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, while a charming spiral staircase leads to a spacious loft, third bedroom, and second full bath, creating the perfect retreat for guests, kids, or a second living area. A detached one car garage provides valuable storage for all your Tahoe gear. Rarely does a home in this price range combine a garage, remarkable privacy, tall ceilings, abundant natural light, and a setting this peaceful. Lovingly maintained through the decades and offered for sale for the first time ever, this is a truly special opportunity to become only the second owner of a home that has been treasured since the day it was built.

Listed by Michael Fricke — LPT Realty, Inc

Listing Details

Status Closed
MLS # 20261360
Sold Date 2026-08-06
Sold Price $976,000
Price/Sq Ft $818

Property History

Jul 02, 2026
Listed for sale
$949,000
Aug 06, 2026
Sold
$976,000
Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,160
Lot Size 0.32 acres
Year Built 1980
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Chalet
Subdivision North LakeTahoe
County Placer
STR Jurisdiction Placer County
APN 092031014
Parking
Garage Spaces 1
Parking Features One, Detached
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Street
View Peek, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s)
Construction Frame
Roof Metal
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Utilities & Systems
Heating Natural Gas

STR Investment Summary — 890 Carnelian Circle, Carnelian Bay

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$26K – $45K
typically ~$35,527
Avg Nightly Rate
$216
Projected Occupancy
45.0%
Cap Rate
1.5%
Structural Score: 63 / 100 (Premium) · STR Zone: Yellow

Nightly rates and occupancy from Carnelian Bay market data (202 comparable 3-bedroom rentals, 2026-08); seasonality from comparable Tahoe rentals. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Estimates vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
2,265 sq ft covered of 1,463 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
13,814 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,463 sq ft · 11%
Existing Coverage
2,265 sq ft · 16%
Addable Coverage
0 sq ft

TRPA caps how much of each Tahoe Basin parcel can be covered by impervious surfaces — buildings, driveways, decks. Estimated coverage — data: TRPA GIS / Tahoe Open Data. The only authoritative determination of coverage and land capability is a Land Capability Verification through TRPA; actual allowable coverage can differ due to verifications, transfers, banked coverage, or deed restrictions.

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