$225,000 Active
2974 S Upper Truckee Road #7
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.
3 Beds
·
1.0 Baths
·
612 Sq Ft

About This Property

Escape to your tidy little Tahoe base camp nestled among towering pines on South Upper Truckee Road. This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cabin offers an open floor plan that feels warm and inviting the moment you step inside. Enjoy the glow of the wood stove on crisp mountain evenings, backed by reliable propane heat for year-round comfort. Washer and dryer are included for easy living, and you'll appreciate year-round water plus sewer service (not septic).Step outside onto the front and back decking to take in the peaceful settingsurrounded by tall, beautiful trees with Tahoe mountain views stretching into the distance. Across the meadow flows the Truckee River. Bike trails, the waterfalls at the end of the Bridge Tract, and endless outdoor recreation are literally at your doorstep.This is a USFS cabin on Forest Service landall cash only, no bank loans possible. Perfect for those seeking a true mountain getaway without the complications of traditional financing.Your private Tahoe escape is ready. Reach out for details and a showing.

Listed by Carol Butler — American River Canyon Realty

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143325
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $368

Property History

Aug 06, 2026
Listed for sale
$225,000
Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 1.0
Sq. Ft. 612
Lot Size 0.29 acres
Year Built 1928
Property Type Residential
Style Cabin
Subdivision Christmas Valley 2
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction El Dorado County
APN 920000889000
Parking
Garage Spaces 1
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Adjacent to Forest, Adjacent to Meadow
View Mountains, Meadow, Filtered, Forest
Construction Wood Frame
Roof Other
Foundation Other
Utilities & Systems
Heating Propane, Wall or Space Heater
Financial
Annual Tax $953
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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 — 2974 S Upper Truckee Road #7, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Annual Revenue
$27,439
Avg Nightly Rate
$159
Projected Occupancy
47.4%
Cap Rate
4.9%
Structural Score: 43 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Red

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
333 sq ft covered of 3,145 sq ft allowed
2,812 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
12,582 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
3,145 sq ft · 25%
Existing Coverage
333 sq ft · 3%
Addable Coverage
2,812 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.

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% ($45,000)
Home price
$225,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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