Curated Properties

Boat and water aficionados will appreciate owning a true Tahoe lakefront home. Lake Tahoe is one of the clearest and most stunningly beautiful alpine lakes in the world. This list includes properties on the North and West shores of Lake Tahoe that have the very best views and private access to the lake.

For those with modern and contemporary design sensibilities, the best avenue to pursue is new construction or homes that were completed within the last five years.  The vast majority of new home projects have occurred in or around Truckee, as there are still lots available to be developed.  Occasionally, old homes are torn down to make way for modern builds.  Expect to pay a premium for new construction in or near Lake Tahoe.

If budget is a concern and fixer-uppers are acceptable, the best value can be found in older homes.  Oftentimes the oldest homes were built in the best locations and on the best lots.  Lake Tahoe is known for classic cabins in the woods; they come loaded with storied character and mountain charm.  Nostalgics, budget-oriented buyers, and creative people who want to customize their own cabins will delight in this list of single family homes under $1,000,000.

For the skiers and riders who prioritize proximity to alpine resorts, this list features a list of cabins, chalets, condos, and lodges that are either slopeside or within a quick shuttle ride to one of the major downhill ski areas near Lake Tahoe: Palisades Tahoe, Alpine Meadows, Northstar and Sugar Bowl.  Slopeside properties generally command premium prices, while modestly-priced condos can be found nearby.

This is a collection of the most expensive offerings in the area.  Exceptional properties near Lake Tahoe generally fall into the following categories: lakefront estates with magnificent surroundings, exquisitely constructed legacy lodges, large acreage parcels, or newly built larger homes with exquisite architectural designs in the private Martis Valley development of Martis Camp. Only truly exceptional properties will make this exclusive list.

Most of the Tahoe-Truckee area gated communities feature vacation homes. The Martis Valley near Truckee, is known for the newer, private gated golf communities of Martis Camp, Lahontan, and Old Greenwood. Along the shores of Lake Tahoe, Brockway Springs, Chinquapin, Rocky Ridge, Tahoe Tavern, Tavern Shores, and Fleur De Lac feature condos and homes in parklike settings along the shores of Lake Tahoe.  All of the lake communities have swimming pools, tennis, piers, and buoys for boats.