$875,000 Active
3409 Bruce 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
·
2.5 Baths
·
2,090 Sq Ft

About This Property

This Bijou home offers a rare combination of newer construction and in-town convenience. Built in 2003, it stands out for the neighborhood, with a two-level layout that includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a clean, modern feel throughout.Located just minutes from Heavenly Ski Resort California Base Lodge, you're only a few minutes more to the gondola, casinos, restaurants, Lake Tahoe, and nearby walking trails. Set along one of Tahoe's main bike paths and near Power Line Trail, it's an easy starting point for year-round outdoor access.Inside, the layout is functional and easy to live in. The kitchen features granite countertops and premium Bosch appliances with a simple, updated finish. The primary suite, located on the upper level, has its own spacious deck, accessed through a new Andersen door for easy indoor-outdoor flow. A second deck off the kitchen extends the main living space, ideal for morning light or quiet evenings. Downstairs, there are two bedrooms, a full bath, a secondary living area, and access to the oversized two-car garage.Southern exposure fills the home with natural light throughout the day, while dual-zone air conditioning, a rarity in Tahoe, keeps things comfortable in the warmer months. The laundry area is conveniently located in the half bath near the primary bedroom.With newer construction, great natural light, and a highly desirable in-town location, this home offers a clean, low-maintenance basecamp for Tahoe living in every season.

Listed by Rhonda Keen — Compass

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 142681
Days on Market 123
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $419

Property History

Apr 18, 2026
Listed for sale
$875,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Feb 2005 · county record $583,000 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. 2,090
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Year Built 2003
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Split Level
Subdivision Rancho Bijou
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 025393021000
Parking
Garage Spaces 2
Parking Features Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
View Mountains, Filtered, Forest
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Pitched, Composition
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Other/See Remarks, Central Refrig. A/C
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STR Investment Analysis

See projected rental revenue, occupancy rates, and investment scores.

STR Investment Analysis

Yellow Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Premium
71
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$37K – $89K typically ~$54,562
~$4,547 per month
Avg Nightly
$292
Occupancy
51%
Cap Rate
2.5%

STR Investment Summary — 3409 Bruce Drive, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$37K – $89K
typically ~$54,562
Avg Nightly Rate
$292
Projected Occupancy
51.3%
Cap Rate
2.5%
Structural Score: 71 / 100 (Premium) · 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

Room to build
1,085 sq ft covered of 1,785 sq ft allowed
700 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
6,040 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,785 sq ft · 30%
Existing Coverage
1,085 sq ft · 18%
Addable Coverage
700 sq ft
IPES Score
883.0
Land Capability · TRPA-verified
IPES
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% ($175,000)
Home price
$875,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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