$249,000 $259,000 ↓ $10,000 reduced Active
516 Emerald Bay Road #121
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
⏳ STR — New Permits Waitlisted
City of South Lake Tahoe VHR permit required — and as of August 21, 2026 ALL new permit applications are automatically waitlisted as the city approaches its 900-permit residential cap. There is no guarantee a new owner will obtain a permit, and permits do NOT transfer on sale. Do not count on rental income without a permit in hand.
1 Beds
·
1.0 Baths
·
678 Sq Ft

About This Property

Rare opportunity to own a recently updated, charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo backing directly to the forest in Lake Tahoe. Enjoy unmatched privacy and outdoor access with miles of trails in your backyard. The well-maintained community includes a pool for summer relaxation, and the sandy beach is less than a mile away on a paved walk way! Whether you're looking for a vacation getaway, investment property, or full-time mountain retreat, this condo offers the best of Tahoe living. SHORT TERM RENTALS ALLOWED! Anything over 30 days doesn't need a permit from the city. Move in ready. Top corner unit, so only one neighbor to your right. Recent updates include new flooring/carpet and bathroom.Newer water heater and roof replaced about 6 years ago. All included in HOA plus more! Two parking space, one is a covered carport for all your beach toys and bikes/storage. All appliances included, including the washer/dryer. Theres also a coin ooperated laundry room on site as well. Maintence person lives on site as well if needed, just a phone call away,which is nice if youre not living in the unit full time.Seller is open to creative financing for the right buyer.Information to be verified by buyers agent.

Listed by Stephanie Bixler — Real Brokerage Technologies

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 142566
Days on Market 202
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $367

Property History

Mar 10, 2026
Listed for sale
$259,000
Jul 16, 2026
Price reduced
$249,000 $259,000 ↓ $10,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Nov 2020 · county record $220,000 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; rows marked via a listing site fill the years the feed misses using that site's public sale record.

Property Overview
Beds 1
Baths 1.0
Sq. Ft. 678
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Year Built 1972
Property Type Condominium
Subdivision St Francis Woods
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 023830007000
Parking
Parking Features None
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Spa/Hot Tub
Lot Features Adjacent to Forest, Adjacent to Meadow
View Mountains, Forest
Construction Wood Siding
Roof Flat
Pool & Spa
Pool Indoor Pool
Utilities & Systems
Heating Natural Gas, Wall or Space Heater
Financial
HOA Fee $591 / Monthly
HOA & Community
Community Amenities Pool, Hot Tub, Additional Parking
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STR Investment Analysis

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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 — 516 Emerald Bay Road #121, 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

Over coverage limit
697 sq ft covered of 209 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
697 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
209 sq ft · 30%
Existing Coverage
697 sq ft · 100%
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 ↗ 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

$2,269 per month
Principal & interest
$1,259/mo
Property taxes
$227/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
$591/mo
From MLS listing data.
Home insurance
$192/mo
CA FAIR Plan + DIC estimate, ~$1,900–$2,700/yr — wildfire-zone rates vary; not a bindable quote.
Down payment
20% ($49,800)
Home price
$249,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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