$640,000 Active
2707 Knox 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.
4 Beds
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1.5 Baths
·
1,208 Sq Ft
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About This Property

From the moment you arrive, it's easy to fall in love with this beautifully maintained knotty pine cabin. Some homes simply have a personality all their own, and this is one of them. Warm, inviting, and full of Tahoe character, this is one you truly need to experience in person. This home is a rare find, with 4 bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room, it provides the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. Whether you need a home office, game room, hobby room, bunk room, or additional sleeping space, the extra room can easily adapt to your needs. The cozy living room is centered around a fireplace, creating the perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes or exploring Tahoe's endless outdoor recreation. The open floor plan connects to an updated kitchen featuring granite slab countertops, rustic hickory cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. A dedicated laundry room adds everyday convenience. This home is being sold fully furnished and fully equipped, making it truly move-in ready. Simply bring your suitcase and start enjoying everything Tahoe has to offer. The thoughtful floor plan makes excellent use of the space. Downstairs you'll find two bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom with custom tile work. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, an updated half bath, and the bonus room. In addition to the closets found in each bedroom and bonus room, two hallway closets provide even more storage throughout the home. Extensively remodeled in 2014, the home was updated with quality finishes, including central forced-air heating, a tankless water heater, energy-efficient double-pane windows, and a durable 40-year roof, providing comfort and peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to discover a spacious backyard with endless potential to create your dream outdoor living space, whether you envision a sunny patio, fire pit, hot tub, or entertaining area. Conveniently located within walking distance to popular restaurants and bike trails, and just a 10-minute drive to Heavenly Ski Resort, the Stateline casinos, Lake Tahoe's beautiful beaches, shopping, and everyday conveniences, you'll enjoy easy access to everything that makes Tahoe such a special place to call home. This is the kind of cabin buyers wait for: full of character, thoughtfully updated, impeccably cared for, and ready to be enjoyed from day one.

Listed by Fernanda De Paula Dozier — Real Brokerage Technologies

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143317
Days on Market 1
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $530

Property History

Aug 05, 2026
Listed for sale
$640,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Sep 2021 · county record $589,000 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 4
Baths 1.5
Sq. Ft. 1,208
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Year Built 1957
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Cabin
Subdivision Tahoe Sierra 3
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 031162020000
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Bear-Proof Trash Can
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Pitched, Composition
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric, Fireplace
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STR Investment Analysis

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

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 — 2707 Knox Avenue, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Annual Revenue
$45,558
Avg Nightly Rate
$260
Projected Occupancy
48.1%
Cap Rate
2.8%
Structural Score: 52 / 100 (Standard) · 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

Over coverage limit
1,550 sq ft covered of 1,501 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
5,004 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,501 sq ft · 30%
Existing Coverage
1,550 sq ft · 31%
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 ↗

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% ($128,000)
Home price
$640,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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