$399,000 Active
980 Tahoe Island Drive
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
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2.0 Baths
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1,152 Sq Ft

About This Property

FIXER UPPER ON 0.27 ACRES | SOUTH LAKE TAHOE | INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITYCalling all investors!! This home is a blank slate with incredible potential.Check out this 3 bed, 2 bath in the City limits of this gorgeous mountain town. Excellent opportunity for investors, flippers, vacation home buyers, or anyone looking to create their own Mountain Retreat! Being sold as-is, this property is ready for someone with vision to transform it into a primary residence, rental property, or weekend getaway.This lot offersa storage shed andan unpermitted guest house. The area offers easy access to Lake Tahoe, endless amount of fun trails, and close proximity to Heavenly Ski Resort, restaurants and shopping. The fun never has to end any time of year.This rare double lot property is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life.Don't miss your chance to transform this house into a home or investment that truly reflects your vision.*CASH ONLY - Proof of funds letter must accompany all offers.

Listed by Devra Zlendick — Compass

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143375
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $346

Property History

Aug 19, 2026
Listed for sale
$399,000
Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,152
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Year Built 1962
Property Type Single Family Residence
Subdivision Tahoe Island Park 3
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 023687004000
Parking
Parking Features RV Access/Parking
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Storage Shed, Other/See Remarks
Construction Wood Frame
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

Yellow Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Standard
44
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$26K – $50K typically ~$36,929
~$3,077 per month
Avg Nightly
$191
Occupancy
53%
Cap Rate
3.7%

STR Investment Summary — 980 Tahoe Island Drive, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$26K – $50K
typically ~$36,929
Avg Nightly Rate
$191
Projected Occupancy
53.0%
Cap Rate
3.7%
Structural Score: 44 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Yellow

Based on comparable vacation rental performance data for South Lake Tahoe. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Revenue projections are estimates and may vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
2,376 sq ft covered of 119 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
11,886 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
119 sq ft · 1%
Existing Coverage
2,376 sq ft · 20%
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.

Payment calculator

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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% ($79,800)
Home price
$399,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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