$1,250,000 $1,500,000 ↓ $250,000 reduced Active
839 Tata Lane
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.
5 Beds
·
4.5 Baths
·
3,822 Sq Ft
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About This Property

Located in the desirable Gardner Mountain neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe, this meticulously maintained home offers comfort, flexibility, and easy access to everything Tahoe has to offer. Set on a usable, flat lot, the property features a bright and functional layout with an inviting living space, updated kitchen, and remodeled bathrooms. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a newer 30-year roof (2025), updated HVAC system, and extensive interior upgrades throughout. The home also includes a ground-floor in-law unit with a separate entrance ideal for guests, extended family, or added flexibility. Enjoy outdoor living with refreshed landscaping, an automated sprinkler system, and a newer energy-efficient hot tub. The home also offers ample storage space underneath, providing added functionality for gear and seasonal item,along with convenient boat and trailer parking. Conveniently located just minutes from beaches, bike trails, and world-class skiing, this home offers the perfect balance of quiet neighborhood living and year-round recreation. Offering excellent versatility, the property is well-suited as a full-home short-term rental or a hosted rental utilizing the in-law unit (subject to City of South Lake Tahoe permit availability and regulations).

Listed by William Wilkes — Redfin Corporation

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 142810
Days on Market 110
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $327

Property History

May 01, 2026
Listed for sale
$1,500,000
Jul 11, 2026
Price reduced
$1,350,000 $1,400,000 ↓ $50,000
Aug 05, 2026
Price reduced
$1,300,000 $1,350,000 ↓ $50,000
Aug 13, 2026
Price reduced
$1,250,000 $1,300,000 ↓ $50,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Apr 2019 · county record $755,000 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 5
Baths 4.5
Sq. Ft. 3,822
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Year Built 2001
Property Type Single Family Residence
Style Split Level
Subdivision Gardner Mountain 1
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 023471004000
Parking
Garage Spaces 2
Parking Features Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Bear-Proof Trash Can
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Pool & Spa
Pool No
Utilities & Systems
Heating Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling 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
61
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$39K – $97K typically ~$76,596
~$6,383 per month
Avg Nightly
$443
Occupancy
47%
Cap Rate
2.5%

STR Investment Summary — 839 Tata Lane, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$39K – $97K
typically ~$76,596
Avg Nightly Rate
$443
Projected Occupancy
47.4%
Cap Rate
2.5%
Structural Score: 61 / 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

Over coverage limit
3,314 sq ft covered of 2,503 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
10,013 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,503 sq ft · 25%
Existing Coverage
3,314 sq ft · 33%
Addable Coverage
0 sq ft
IPES Score
947.0
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.

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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% ($250,000)
Home price
$1,250,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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