$1,349,000 Active
353 Pioneer Way
Tahoe City, CA 96145
✓ STR Allowed — Permit Required
Placer County STR permit required. County-wide cap of 3,900 permits — new permits available until cap is reached.
📋 STR Permit on File
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3 Beds
·
2.5 Baths
·
1,450 Sq Ft
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About This Property

Location, Location, Location! Experience the timeless charm of Tahoe living at 353 Pioneer Way!! A warm and inviting mountain retreat perfectly situated in the heart of Tahoe City. Just a short stroll to the shores of Lake Tahoe, Commons Beach, the Truckee River, restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, scenic hiking trails, and bike paths, this exceptional location offers the very best of the Tahoe lifestyle right outside your door. Surrounded by towering pines and mountain beauty, this classic 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin blends Old Tahoe character with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, inviting living spaces and an open, welcoming floor plan create the perfect setting for gathering with family and friends after a day of adventure. The beautifully renovated kitchen pairs rustic charm with contemporary style, featuring stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and a spacious dining area designed for memorable dinners, holidays, and game nights. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with an ensuite bath and direct access to the deck and private hot tub, ideal for unwinding beneath the stars. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms- one, a charming bunk room, and the other with a deck providing a peek of Lake Tahoe—and a full bathroom provide comfortable accommodation for family and visitors alike. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, where children and pets can play while you relax after a day on the lake, the river, the trails, or the slopes. With approximately 1,450 square feet of comfortable living space, this home captures everything buyers love about classic Tahoe cabins while offering the conveniences of today's mountain lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an exceptional investment property, 353 Pioneer Way offers an opportunity to own an authentic piece of Tahoe, just 15 minutes from world-class skiing at Palisades Tahoe and moments from everything that makes Tahoe City one of the Sierra's most sought-after destinations. Welcome home to Your Own Tahoe…

Listed by Scott Willers — Compass

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 20261427
Days on Market 46
Price/Sq Ft $930

Property History

Jul 10, 2026
Listed for sale
$1,349,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Nov 2004 · county record $529,000 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.

Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.5
Sq. Ft. 1,450
Lot Size 0.12 acres
Year Built 1959
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Old Tahoe
Subdivision Tahoe City
County Placer
STR Jurisdiction Placer County
APN 094102004000
Parking
Parking Features None, Parking Pad
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Street
View Lake, Peek, City
Construction Frame
Roof Metal
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

Yellow Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Standard
50
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$6K – $32K typically ~$18,807
~$1,567 per month
Avg Nightly
$114
Occupancy
45%
Cap Rate
0.6%

STR Investment Summary — 353 Pioneer Way, Tahoe City

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$6K – $32K
typically ~$18,807
Avg Nightly Rate
$114
Projected Occupancy
45.0%
Cap Rate
0.6%
Structural Score: 50 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Yellow

Nightly rates and occupancy from Tahoe City market data (164 comparable 3-bedroom rentals, 2026-08); 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

Over coverage limit
1,335 sq ft covered of 1,145 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
5,357 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,145 sq ft · 21%
Existing Coverage
1,335 sq ft · 25%
Addable Coverage
0 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 ↗

Building Permit History

Placer County permit records for this parcel

RESIDENTIAL: Limited Review (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Roof Solar, etc) · 2019-09-23
Construction Complete
Reside house/update flashing.
Permit #BLD19-04414
RESIDENTIAL: Limited Review (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Roof Solar, etc) · 2019-09-05
Construction Complete
installation of a gas line and as gas insert into an existing fireplace NEW / REPLACEMENT: New Installation # OF SYSTEMS: 1 DUCT AFFECTED: 0 SYSTEM TYPE: Package Unit
Permit #BLD19-04063
Building/Residential/Full Review/NA
DONE
Permit #TCON 69607
Building/Residential/Full Review/NA
DONE
Permit #TCON 70784
Building/Residential/Full Review/NA
DONE
Permit #TCON 11266

Public permit records from the Placer County permit portal, last checked 2026-08-22. Open permits should be finaled or closed before close of escrow; verify current permit status directly with the county.

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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$0 per month
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% ($269,800)
Home price
$1,349,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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