Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the border of California and Nevada. It’s known for its beaches and ski resorts. On the southwest shore, Emerald Bay State Park contains the 1929 Nordic-style mansion Vikingsholm. Along the lake’s northeast side, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park includes Sand Harbor Beach and Spooner Lake, a gateway to the long-distance Tahoe Rim Trail.

A maximum depth of 1,645 feet in Crystal Bay makes Tahoe the second deepest lake in the USA, third deepest in North America and 11th deepest in the world. The elevation of Carson City, Nevada is 85 feet higher than the deepest part of Lake Tahoe. If the Willis (formerly Sears) Tower, the tallest building in North America, were dropped into Lake Tahoe at its deepest point, the top would still be submerged by 195 feet of water. The average depth is about 1,000 feet.

neighborhoods

Agate Bay

A very comfortable neighborhood with moderate to high-priced homes in wooded settings. Homes in this area have excellent rental histories due to the Sun Club pier and pool and two tennis court locations. Lakefront’s are close to the highway with easy access.

Donner Lake

Alpine Meadows

Located just past Squaw Valley on Highway 89 south sits the charming area of Alpine Meadows. Alpine caters to the full-time and part-time residents. Known more for its reputation of skiing, Alpine draws the more advanced skiers to their mountain and is a local favorite. Number of home sites and condominiums are smaller when compared to some of the other larger ski resorts making it a desirable place to buy.

Carnelian Bay

Chamberlands Beach

Dollar Point

Homewood Mountain

Homewood Mountain Resort owns over 1260 acres of the best skiing and snowboarding terrain in the Sierras. Located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe featuring incredible views of the lake. Homewood is in the process of a new master plan featuring new day lodges, lifts, housing, retail and vacation rentals. Homes are available within minutes of this area that is referred to by locals as “Tahoe’s Best Kept Secret”.

Kings Beach

Prosser Lakeview Estates

Located in El Dorado county just north of South Lake Tahoe. It’s in this small enclave that you will find a grand paradise with gorgeous setting that takes your breath away. If you want beauty, look no farther. You’ll be surrounded by picture postcard places such as Emerald Bay and Bliss State Park with stunning private and public beaches. Rubicon Point is where Lake Tahoe’s deepest point plunges 1,411 feet be- low the shoreline. You’ll also find some of Tahoe’s most prestigious estates along the beautiful sandy beach appropriately coined the “Gold Coast.”

Rubicon Bay

These two communities offer a limited amount of spacious home sites surrounded by 130 acres of open space. This area is located off HWY 89 north (across from Prosser Lakeview Estates) near Alder Creek Middle School. Expect lots of trees and open space for hiking and exploring.

Squaw Valley

Tahoe Vista

Located between Kings Beach and Carnelian Bay, Tahoe Vista is a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts. You can kayak to one of several hidden beaches or launch your boat from multiple locations on the North Shore. The area boasts year-round trailheads for mountain biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, a disc golf course and nature trails. Surrounded by both mom and pop and fancy flair shops and restaurants, Tahoe Vista has a little bit of everything.

Tahoe City

Looking for an old-fashioned town? Located in Placer County, this North Shore treasure is a perfect find for you. It’s residents enjoy Tahoe City with a small town feel. Less than two miles from Tahoe City  along Lake Tahoe's calm West Shore lays Sunnyside Marina and Resort, known for its lakeside dining, jazz on the deck and local’s watering hole. This historical landmark was built in 1907 and a popular summertime destination with boats galore. Experience the town’s nearby ski resorts: Homewood, Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley. Boats are a favorite mode of transportation. Enjoy walking on new side- walk along Tahoe City’s downtown business district featuring many shops and cafes. The town is a mix of full-time and part-time residents and a mecca for vacationers. 

Tahoma

This town provides low to moderate-priced housing and is popular with the locals. Many older summer cabins are being upgraded due to the affordability of homes and the recent erosion control project providing widening and paving of streets. Close to Sugar Pine Park and Bliss State Park and sharing the beach and pier with Water’s Edge Condos, this area has much to offer for the price.

Timberlands

Timberlands is an older subdivision a mile south of Sunnyside with “Old Tahoe” style cabins and some newer rustic style homes. Some homes are of “collector” quality rich in history. Quaint and rustic, it is only six blocks long and two blocks wide surrounded by state and national forest and beautiful meadows with much old growth timber. Timberland has its own water system and its sweet, untreated water has been rated by the state as one of the best quality in Northern California. The neighborhood makeup is mostly seconds homes with a few full-time residents. Hurricane Bay public beach is a short walk from the neighborhood.