Sold $695,000 $699,000 Closed
1257 Margaret Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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SOLD 2026-05-21
Sold for $695,000 (listed at $699,000)
4 Beds
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2.0 Baths
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1,822 Sq Ft

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About This Property

New listing at 1257 Margaret Ave in South Lake Tahoe! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an unbeatable in-town location, inviting character, and excellent value. Perfectly suited for a young family, it has a warm and comfortable feel in one of Tahoe's most convenient neighborhoods.The property sits on a larger lot with a fully fenced backyard and a side drive-through gate, providing easy access for boat or trailer storage. The downstairs living area flows out to a large back deck, creating an ideal space for entertaining and enjoying the outdoor setting.Additional features include dual-pane windows, a newer roof, exterior paint, and an EPA wood stove.A great opportunity to own a charming, well-priced home close to schools, recreation, and all that South Lake Tahoe has to offerdon't miss this one!

Listed by Samar Fair — Chase International - South Lake Tahoe

Listing Details

Status Closed
MLS # 142715
Sold Date 2026-05-21
Sold Price $695,000
Price/Sq Ft $384

Property History

Apr 12, 2026
Listed for sale
$699,000
Current
Sold
$695,000
Property Overview
Beds 4
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,822
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Year Built 1978
Property Type Single Family Residence
Subdivision Tahoe Valley Center 1
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 032282058000
Parking
Garage Spaces 2
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Fireplace

STR Investment Summary — 1257 Margaret Avenue, South Lake Tahoe

No revenue projection. Short-term rental permits are not currently obtainable here — the local jurisdiction has reached its permit cap or is waitlisting all new applications.
Structural Score: 56 / 100 (Premium) · STR Zone: Red

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
1,927 sq ft covered of 1,873 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
7,491 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,873 sq ft · 25%
Existing Coverage
1,927 sq ft · 26%
Addable Coverage
0 sq ft
Existing Units
1

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.

TRPA parcel fact sheet ↗ How the Basin compares

Home Insurance Estimate

California FAIR Plan fire policy + a DIC wrap policy, the usual Tahoe setup

$4,300 – $5,000/yr
about $388/mo
Est. Rebuild Cost (Coverage A)
$765,240
FAIR Plan (fire)
$3,600/yr
DIC wrap (theft, water, liability)
$700 – $1,400/yr

Estimate from this ZIP's California FAIR Plan rates (Plan data as of 6/30/2026, with the 29.1% increase effective 10/15/2026) on an estimated rebuild cost, plus a DIC policy at 20–40% of the FAIR premium. Not a bindable quote; a local broker quote depends on the home's age, roof, defensible space and claims history.

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