Sold $1,145,000 $1,195,000 Closed
265 Tamarack Lane
Tahoe City, CA 96145

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SOLD 2025-11-12
Sold for $1,145,000 (listed at $1,195,000)
📋 STR Permit on File
Placer County's public short-term-rental registry shows a permit on file for this home. Permits never transfer with a sale — a buyer applies for their own.
4 Beds
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2.0 Baths
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1,635 Sq Ft
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About This Property

This classic West Shore cabin was built by renowned Tahoe craftsman Bert Anderson, whose homes are celebrated for their timeless style and enduring quality. Just one block from the lake, this three-level retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. The home features 4 sleeping areas, multiple decks off the upstairs bedrooms, a dramatic stone fireplace, a private hot tub, and generous storage. Located within walking distance to Tahoe Park and Sunnyside, enjoy breakfast at the iconic Fire Sign Café or dinner at Sunnyside Lodge. Bike paths, tennis and pickleball courts, and watersports are all nearby, making recreation effortless year-round. Homes built by Bert Anderson are a true part of Tahoe history—he shaped the West Shore community with cabins that reflect both craftsmanship and character. This property is a rare opportunity to own one of his classic designs, offering the perfect blend of lifestyle, location, and legacy. An amazing investment or short term rental opportunity as well.

Listed by Sami Bass — Home and Slate Real Estate

Listing Details

Status Closed
MLS # 20252009
Sold Date 2025-11-12
Sold Price $1,145,000
Price/Sq Ft $731

Property History

Aug 30, 2025
Listed for sale
$1,195,000
Current
Sold
$1,145,000
Property Overview
Beds 4
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,635
Year Built 1974
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Mountain
Subdivision Westshore LK TH
County Placer
STR Jurisdiction Placer County
APN 084152014
Parking
Parking Features None, Parking Pad
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Street
View Trees/Woods
Utilities & Systems
Heating Natural Gas

STR Investment Summary — 265 Tamarack Lane, Tahoe City

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$55K – $85K
typically ~$70,000
Avg Nightly Rate
$426
Projected Occupancy
45.0%
Cap Rate
2.4%
Structural Score: 47 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Yellow

Nightly rates and occupancy from Tahoe City market data (136 comparable 4-bedroom rentals, 2026-10); seasonality from comparable Tahoe rentals. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Estimates vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Room to build
1,141 sq ft covered of 2,565 sq ft allowed
1,425 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
10,261 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,565 sq ft · 25%
Existing Coverage
1,141 sq ft · 11%
Addable Coverage
1,425 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.

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Home Insurance Estimate

California FAIR Plan fire policy + a DIC wrap policy, the usual Tahoe setup

$2,900 – $3,400/yr
about $262/mo
Est. Rebuild Cost (Coverage A)
$686,700
FAIR Plan (fire)
$2,400/yr
DIC wrap (theft, water, liability)
$500 – $1,000/yr

Estimate from this ZIP's California FAIR Plan rates (Plan data as of 6/30/2026, with the 29.1% increase effective 10/15/2026) on an estimated rebuild cost, plus a DIC policy at 20–40% of the FAIR premium. Not a bindable quote; a local broker quote depends on the home's age, roof, defensible space and claims history.

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