$500,000 Active
8715 Johnson Pass Road
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, so availability varies. Verify current permit availability before counting on rental income.

About This Property

This is your dream property, complete with its own natural spring and over 6.5 acres of expansive, view-filled land offering privacy, flexibility, and rare opportunity.Located just outside TRPA jurisdiction, this exceptional parcel provides added freedom for development while backing directly to Desolation Wilderness and sitting just steps from Echo Lakes. It's the kind of setting buyers search for and rarely find, wide-open space, stunning natural surroundings, and direct access to some of the most sought-after outdoor recreation in the Tahoe region.The property has been surveyed, with a spacious building pad already cleared and ready for construction. Conceptual plans are in place for a thoughtfully designed two-story home featuring approximately 1,600 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an oversized garage exceeding 1,000 square feet, ideal for vehicles, storage, or a workshop.Enjoy quick access to Sierra at Tahoe, giving you a head start on powder days, while a nearby snow park adds year-round outdoor fun. Surrounded by endless hiking, biking, and exploration, with panoramic views of Echo Summit just up the road.With no TRPA constraints, the potential here is significant. The parcel may offer subdivision opportunities or allow for a multi-structure compound such as a main residence, guest cottage, and ADU, with possible vacation rental potential. Buyer to verify all uses and development options.Peaceful, private, and just 10 minutes to Tahoe, this property combines location, scale, and opportunity in a way that's becoming increasingly hard to find.Drive by, walk the land, and start envisioning what's next.

Listed by Brandie Griffith — Realty World Lake Tahoe

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 142794
Days on Market 58
Sold Date 1800-01-01

Property History

Apr 22, 2026
Listed for sale
$500,000
Property Overview
Lot Size 6.55 acres
Property Type UnimprovedLand
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 037110002000
Exterior & Lot
View Mountain, Forest
Utilities & Systems
Heating None
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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%

Cost Segregation Tax Savings

Estimated first-year bonus depreciation savings

Estimated First-Year Tax Savings
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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
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Property taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
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Home insurance
$0
Insurance estimate only — Tahoe wildfire-zone rates vary; get a local broker quote for accuracy.
Down payment
20% ($100,000)
Home price
$500,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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