$2,295,000 Active
2189 Balboa 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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3.0 Baths
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2,160 Sq Ft
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About This Property

Open House Saturday August 1st From 11AM-1PM ----Welcome to 2189 Balboa ----Waterfront Living at Its Finest in the Tahoe Keys ----Set on a sunny lot with just under 80 feet of prime water frontage and quick lake access, this beautifully updated craftsman-style home captures the very best of Sierra waterfront living. From the stacked-stone accents and arched wood garage doors to the mature, professionally landscaped, paver-lined grounds, timeless curb appeal greets you the moment you arrive. ----Inside, a breathtaking great room soars with vaulted open-beam ceilings, distressed white oak floors, and a floor-to-ceiling wall of glass framing the water and mountains beyond. A striking stone fireplace anchors the living, dining, and updated kitchenfeaturing knotty alder cabinetry, granite slab counters, a center island, and newer stainless appliances including a gas rangeall opening to the backyard so you can step off the deck and straight onto your boat or into the hot tub. Three spacious en-suite bedrooms include a stunning upstairs primary retreat with a gas fireplace, a private balcony with mountain views, and a slate-tiled spa bath with a jetted tub. For year-round relaxation, an indoor cedar sauna offers the perfect way to warm up after a day on the lake or the slopes. ----Outside is where this home truly shines. A stacked-boulder retaining wall and full landscaping create a lush, low-maintenance setting, while an expansive newer redwood deck steps down to the water's edge. Gather around the fire-pit lounge, soak in the hot tub as the sun sets over the mountains, and enjoy your private U-shaped dockset in deep water with room for multiple boats and water toys. ----Offered fully furnished and completely turn-key, 2189 Balboa Drive is a rare Tahoe Keys waterfront opportunity that's ready to enjoy from day one. Schedule your private showing todaythis is one you simply have to see!

Listed by Michael Keller — Keller Properties

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 143295
Days on Market 1
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $1,062

Property History

Jul 31, 2026
Listed for sale
$2,295,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Mar 2023 · county record $1,930,000 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 3.0
Sq. Ft. 2,160
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Year Built 1974
Property Type Single Family Residence
Subdivision Tahoe Keys 01
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 022061062000
Parking
Garage Spaces 2
Attached Garage Yes
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features Spa/Hot Tub, Bear-Proof Trash Can, Boat Slip, Boat Dock
Lot Features Cul-De-Sac, Lake Front, Water Front, Backs to Lagoon
View Canal, Mountains, Lagoon, Ski Resort
Construction Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof Composition, Shingle, Metal
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

Permitted Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Excellent
87
PROJECTED ANNUAL REVENUE
$142,500 ($118K – $167K range)
~$11,875 per month
Avg Nightly
$485
Occupancy
68%
Cap Rate
5.2%

STR Investment Summary — 2189 Balboa Drive, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Annual Revenue
$59,377
Avg Nightly Rate
$316
Projected Occupancy
51.6%
Cap Rate
1.0%
Structural Score: 77 / 100 (Luxury) · STR Zone: Yellow

Based on comparable vacation rental performance data for South Lake Tahoe. Revenue projections are estimates and may vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
3,138 sq ft covered of 2,943 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
10,145 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
2,943 sq ft · 29%
Existing Coverage
3,138 sq ft · 31%
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.

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Principal & interest
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Property taxes
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HOA dues
$0
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Home insurance
$0
Insurance estimate only — Tahoe wildfire-zone rates vary; get a local broker quote for accuracy.
Down payment
20% ($459,000)
Home price
$2,295,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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