$585,000 Active Under Contract
1636 Thunderbird Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
✗ STR Not Allowed — Cap Reached, New Applicants Waitlisted
El Dorado County's 900-permit Tahoe Basin cap is reached, so new applicants go on the county's waitlist — no new permits are being issued.
3 Beds
·
2.0 Baths
·
1,288 Sq Ft

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About This Property

This charming chalet offers a rare sense of privacy. Surrounded by undeveloped vacant lots on each side and directly across the street and all owned by the California Tahoe Conservancy. You are wrapped in a peaceful, natural alpine setting. The main living area showcases wood vaulted ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating the ultimate ambiance for relaxing or entertaining after a day on the mountain.This is move in ready. The exterior was recently painted along with other repairs. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 bath downstairs. Upstairs is a loft, bedroom and bathroom. Expansive sub-structure storage space for all your seasonal gear.

Listed by James Wire — Chase International - South Lake Tahoe

Listing Details

Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 143470
Days on Market 28
Price/Sq Ft $454

Property History

Sep 10, 2026
Listed for sale
$585,000
Oct 02, 2026
Pending
$585,000
Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,288
Lot Size 0.24 acres
Year Built 1972
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Chalet
Subdivision Country Club Heights 3
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction El Dorado County
APN 033313004000
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Bear-Proof Trash Can
Construction Wood Frame
Roof Pitched, Composition, Shingle
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
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STR Investment Analysis

See projected rental revenue, occupancy rates, and investment scores.

STR Investment Analysis

Red Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Standard
50
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.

STR Investment Summary — 1636 Thunderbird Drive, 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: 50 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Red

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Room to build
1,260 sq ft covered of 2,077 sq ft allowed
818 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
10,387 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,077 sq ft · 20%
Existing Coverage
1,260 sq ft · 12%
Addable Coverage
818 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

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.

Payment calculator

$3,763 per month
Principal & interest
$2,958/mo
Property taxes
$534/mo
1.0946% of the price, El Dorado County's 2025-26 rate, plus direct charges: California re-assesses a home at its sale price.
HOA dues
$0/mo
From MLS listing data.
Home insurance
$271/mo
CA FAIR Plan + DIC estimate, ~$3,000–$3,500/yr — wildfire-zone rates vary; not a bindable quote.
Down payment
20% ($117,000)
Home price
$585,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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