$749,000 Active
2178 Harvard Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
✓ STR Allowed — Permit Required
City of South Lake Tahoe requires a Vacation Home Rental (VHR) permit — capped at roughly 900 permits citywide (residential zones), so availability varies. Verify current permit availability before counting on rental income.
3 Beds
·
2.0 Baths
·
1,364 Sq Ft
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About This Property

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and Tahoe living, ideally situated in one of South Lake Tahoe's most desirable neighborhoods. This single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an attached 2-car garage, all just minutes from Lake Tahoe's pristine beaches, scenic hiking and biking trails, world-class ski resorts, shopping, dining, entertainment, and endless year-round recreation.Enjoy the peaceful setting with beautifully landscaped front and back yards, a fully fenced backyard, and a spacious deck that's perfect for summer BBQs, outdoor entertaining, or simply relaxing beneath the pines after a day of adventure.Step inside to soaring open-beam ceilings and a bright, inviting great room where expansive windows and skylights flood the home with natural light. A charming bay window with a built-in window seat overlooks the private backyard, creating the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee. The cozy wood-burning stove with a beautiful rock hearth creates a warm and inviting gathering place for snowy Tahoe evenings.The spacious kitchen serves as the heart of the home and is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. It features a large center island with a breakfast bar, double ovens, abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and an open layout that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas.The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers three bedrooms tucked away down a private hallway, creating a comfortable separation between the living and sleeping spaces. A separate laundry room adds everyday convenience, while the oversized attached two-car garage includes a bonus storage room, perfect for tools, bikes, skis, and all your Tahoe gear.Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a vacation retreat, or an investment opportunity, this home offers exceptional value with the opportunity to update and customize it to reflect your personal style. This is your opportunity to own a home in one of Lake Tahoe's most sought-after communities.

Listed by Heather Lew — RE/MAX Gold - SLT

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143308
Days on Market 1
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $549

Property History

Aug 04, 2026
Listed for sale
$749,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Mar 1995 · county record $145,000 Deed record — brokerage sides not reported

MLS closed sales, with duplicate ingestions collapsed and lease records excluded, so each row is a distinct transaction. Rows marked county record come from the assessor's deed data, which reaches back further than the MLS feed.

Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,364
Lot Size 0.20 acres
Year Built 1961
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Ranch
Subdivision Tahoe Island Park 4
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 023543012000
Parking
Garage Spaces 2
Parking Features RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
View None
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Pitched, Metal
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Pool & Spa
Pool No
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

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

STR Investment Summary — 2178 Harvard Avenue, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Annual Revenue
$41,693
Avg Nightly Rate
$222
Projected Occupancy
51.4%
Cap Rate
2.2%
Structural Score: 67 / 100 (Premium) · STR Zone: Yellow

Based on comparable vacation rental performance data for South Lake Tahoe. Revenue projections are estimates and may vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Room to build
1,454 sq ft covered of 2,629 sq ft allowed
1,176 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
8,765 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,629 sq ft · 30%
Existing Coverage
1,454 sq ft · 17%
Addable Coverage
1,176 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 ↗

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
From MLS listing data.
Home insurance
$0
Insurance estimate only — Tahoe wildfire-zone rates vary; get a local broker quote for accuracy.
Down payment
20% ($149,800)
Home price
$749,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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