$529,000 Active
1621 Spring Creek Road
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
✗ STR Not Allowed — Cap Reached, Waitlist Full
El Dorado County's STR program is at cap and the waitlist is full — no new permits are being issued.
2 Beds
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1.0 Baths
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816 Sq Ft

About This Property

Here it is, a Story Book Log Cabin in the Woods. But, No roughing it here! This Sweet cabin has a modern remodeled kitchen and bathroom and 2 cozy bedrooms. The log cabin features a newer roof, updated electrical and plumbing. The Vast outdoor area serves as a second gathering area including an outdoor TV and large Newer rebuilt decks. This cabin has been lovingly cared for. It's One of a Kind - Selling turnkey, with all its improvements to the next Lucky family.The sought-after Spring Creek US Forest Service community is one of the few USFS tracts that is open year-round with plowed roads & water. It is located 1 mile west of Baldwin Beach, near Emerald Bay & the base of Mount Tallac in a beautiful forested setting.Enjoy the serene superior location and breath-taking views of Mount Tallac. The large flat 14,810 sf lot provides multiple areas for yard games like corn hole & badminton and so much more!Bike ride, hike, snowshoe or cross country ski the many trails this fantastic location offers. Explore Lake Tahoe just a mile away via the bike bath at the entrance of Spring Creek.Note: These properties are cash only, as conventional financing is not available for USFS cabins. Short Term rentals are Not allowed.

Listed by Jana Nelson — Compass

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143409
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $648

Property History

Aug 27, 2026
Listed for sale
$529,000
Property Overview
Beds 2
Baths 1.0
Sq. Ft. 816
Lot Size 0.34 acres
Year Built 1961
Property Type Residential
Style Log
Subdivision Spring Creek
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction El Dorado County
APN 920000584000
Parking
Parking Features RV Access/Parking
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Adjacent to Forest
View Mountains
Construction Log
Roof Pitched, Composition, Shingle
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Wall or Space Heater
Financial
HOA Fee $1,596 / Annually
HOA & Community
Community Amenities Additional Parking, Other/See Remarks
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

Permitted Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Excellent
87
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$118K – $167K typically ~$142,500
~$11,875 per month
Avg Nightly
$485
Occupancy
68%
Cap Rate
5.2%

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
2,393 sq ft covered of 2,119 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
15,348 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,119 sq ft · 14%
Existing Coverage
2,393 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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Cost Segregation Tax Savings

Estimated first-year bonus depreciation savings

Estimated First-Year Tax Savings
$0
via bonus depreciation
Land Value
$0
Improvement Basis
$0
5-Year Property (18%)
$0
15-Year Property (10%)
$0
Estimates are for informational purposes only and do not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified CPA or tax professional for your specific situation. Actual savings depend on individual tax circumstances.

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Principal & interest
$0
Property taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
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Home insurance
$0
Insurance estimate only — Tahoe wildfire-zone rates vary; get a local broker quote for accuracy.
Down payment
20% ($105,800)
Home price
$529,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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