
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Analysis of 395 Tamarack Lane, Tahoe City, CA 96145 is currently available with a list price of $650,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Tahoe City Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1950, this 74-year-old cabin is well-maintained but dated. While it features critical structural upgrades like a newer perimeter foundation and double-pane windows, the kitchen and bathroom retain original 1950s fixtures (sinks and counters). It fits the 'Fair' criteria as it is functional but requires modern updates to the kitchen and bath.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 11513, living area = 520.
This 1950 Bert Andersen classic preserves 'Old Tahoe' character with hand-painted art deco, exposed beams, and original wood-framed windows upgraded to double-pane for efficiency.
The foundation has been modernized from pier-and-post to a perimeter concrete foundation, making the property eligible for traditional mortgage financing unlike many older cabins.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =11513, other record lot size in square feet = 11683.
With only 520 square feet of living space, the interior is exceptionally compact for a two-bedroom home, which may feel restrictive for full-time living or hosting guests.
The home features only one bathroom located on the ground floor, creating potential inconvenience for occupants of the two upstairs bedrooms.
A classic Bert Andersen from 1950. Exposed beams with hand painted art deco. Kitchen, living, dining rooms and a full bathroom on the ground floor. Two bedrooms upstairs with a large closet between them. All of the ground floor windowshave been upgraded to double pane in their original wood frames to adhere to the classic Old Tahoe charm. The kitchencounter is a hand carved slab with the original sink. The bathroom has been updated with a Japanese soaking tub with ashower overhead and a low flow toilet. The original bathroom sink remains to remind you of times gone by. Upgraded foundation from pier and post to a perimeter concrete foundation allows for traditional loan capability. The 1 car garage is more of a two story workshop and storage area to store the standard toys that are used in Tahoe.
No exterior & parking available.
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Jul 11, 2026
$650,000
Initial Listing