Homes sales in the greater area of Truckee (areas 7, 8 and 9) decreased 50% from December  of 2011 to January 2012. Of  these single family home sales, 58% were single family homes sales in Tahoe Donner. Single family home sales in Tahoe Donner show a 18.75% increase from December 2011 to January 2012.

Tahoe Donner® Homes Sold - January 2012

Single Family Homes SOLD = 19
Median List Price = $400,000
Median Sale Price = $405,000
Average Days on Market = 120
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 19
Active Listings = 73

Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold – January 2012

Condos SOLD = 1
Median List Price = $349,000
Median Sale Price = $337,000
Average Days on Market = 293
Average Price Per Square Foot = $224.67
YTD TD Condos Sold = 1
Active Listings =19

Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - January 2012

Lots SOLD = 2
Median List Price = $294,000
Median Sale Price = $250,000
Average Days on Market = 226
YTD TD Lots Sold = 2
Active Listings = 39
(DOM = Days on Market)

(YTD = Year-To-Date)

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This is provided as a quick snapshot of the monthly market activity in Tahoe Donner®. Keep in mind, numbers only tell part of the story. We would be happy to share our day-to-day insight.

One of Tahoe Donner’s Best Lots!

This is an awesome lot with a sunny exposure, mature trees and the mountain views, including Hawk’s Peak, are gorgeous. The lot has been surveyed, cleared and it’s easy to walk around on. The corners have been marked and the property lines are strung. Close proximity to the cross country ski area and a plentitude of hiking and biking trails. This is a great location in a fantastic neighborhood.

• NOW Offered at $160,000 (was $195K)
• Lot Dimensions 80 x 170 x 80 x 170
• Survey completed Spring of 2008

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Following is a visual snapshot of the Tahoe Donner real estate market in 2011. All data obtained from Tahoe Sierra MLS from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011.
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How Many Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner in 2011?  answer: 212 as of 1/1/2012

While surpassing all other communities in Truckee for the number of single family homes sold in 2011, Tahoe Donner is still experiencing a challenging market. Single family home sales in 2011 were down 43.76% when compared with sales in the booming market of 2004. Even more, sales were down another 5% from last year (2010).

What Price Category is Hottest in Tahoe Donner? answer: under $500K

In 2011, 87% of all the single family homes that sold in Tahoe Donner sold for under $750K. Homeowners with listings in this competitive and sensitive price range have had to accommodate and transition with this challenging segment of the market. Buyers have been “shoppers” with no hesitations that they are “looking for a deal” and sellers have to had to make price drops to remain competitive with newer listings at lower prices. Very simply, a new listing priced at market value was seemingly overpriced a few weeks later. The lowest priced home sale in Tahoe Donner was $230K while the high end of the market topped out at $1.2 million.

What was the Median Sales Price in Tahoe Donner in 2011? answer: $500K

Median sale price tags are continuing to inch toward lower numbers. Since the “top of the market” in 2005, at a median sale price of $785K, median sale prices have decreased 36% to a median sales price of $500K. Further, the median sale price tags for 2011 are 15% lower than the “low benchmark” of 2004 ($589K) and 2011 median sale prices are down 4% from last year ($520K). It is important to understand that most buyers do alot of research. These days, with access to Zillow, Trulia, etc. buyers are studying the market, and the competition, to determine what a listing is worth to them. For the typical Tahoe Donner home, over pricing means your listing will sit on the market. You may get a low-ball offer or you may get no attention at all. If you have a unique home, even greater care must be taken to assure the right listing price. When we are asked to give a listing presentation we do not come with a price in hand. We meet with you, evaluate your house paying attention to the pluses and minuses and then we go back to our office and carefully look at comps. We study the “recent solds”, pending listings as well as what’s currently on the market. We create a plan for a seller and then recommend a price that we know is appropriate.

Are there alot of Short Sales and Foreclosures in Tahoe Donner? answer: No!

There are some short sales and foreclosure sales in Tahoe Donner but probably not as many as you think! 84% of the single family home sales in Tahoe Donner were “standard” sales, 9% were short sales and 7% were foreclosure sales.

Which Truckee Neighborhood has the Strongest Market Share? answer: Tahoe Donner.

Of the 578 single family homes that sold in Truckee, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows and Northstar, 37% (or 212) of these homes were sold in Tahoe Donner. Glenshire sales were 14% of the total sales while Donner Lake / Donner Summit were close behind at 13%.

One of our builders, Gary York, has completed another spectacular home in Tahoe Donner! Located on prestigious Cristallina Way, this incredible home, with million dollar finishes, is priced at $849,900 and everyone agrees this is THE best opportunity in Tahoe Donner. New construction is not easy to find these days and you will love the sophisticated finishes throughout. You’ll find a balanced blend of bamboo flooring; metallic and mosaic tiles; river rock; furniture grade trim, cabinets and doors; granite counter tops, pedestal tub, and 2 gas fireplaces.  Call us TODAY and schedule and appointment to view it. You will LOVE it!

• Brand New! $879,000  Now $849,900
• 4 Bedrooms (2 Master Suites)
• 3 Baths
• 2 Car Garage (oversized)
• 3 Decks
• 3077 Square Feet
• Flat lot that backs to greenbelt
• Gourmet Kitchen with granite counter tops, designer tile work, stainless steel appliances, granite sinks, large center island
• Spacious great room with expansive windows, vaulted ceilings, Extrordinair gas fireplace, bamboo flooring
• 2 Master Suites; one upstairs and one downstairs - both with luxurious “spa” style bathrooms.
• Large family room downstairs with Extrodinair gas fireplace, beverage refrigerator and granite bar.
• Located on prestigious Cristallina Way.

Contact Robbie and Karen Huntoon today at 530-412-0583 or send us an email at Karen@HuntoonRealEstate.com. Call us today!  This property is an excellent opportunity to own a BRAND NEW HOME in Tahoe Donner.

This “picture-perfect” home is nestled privately on 7.06 acres yet it’s just outside the Tahoe Donner limits. Gorgeous living with a central location! What’s not to enjoy with the wrap-a-round deck surrounded by acres of lush green grass and forest? This home is very special. Tastefully remodeled to perfection with soothing paint colors; hand scraped Maple floors; skylights; gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances; cabinets; lighting; counter tops; tile; marble; granite; a spa style master suite, and more… Enticed? We invite you to come and take a look.

• Offered at $689,000
• Located on 7.06 Pristine Acres
• 4 Bedrooms
• Private Master Suite with Gas Stove
• Spa Style Master Bath with Marble Shower and Jetted Tub
• 3 Full Bathrooms
• 2 Car Garage
• 3 Storage / Out Buildings
• 2266 square feet
• Expansive Wrap-A-Round Deck
• Extensive and Beautiful Remodel
• Handscraped Maple Solid Wood Floors
• Skylights
• Built in Extrordinair Wood Burning Fireplace
• Kitchen with GE Profile Stainless Steel Appliances, Caesar Stone Counter Tops, Glass Front Cabinets
• 7 Zone Irrigation System
• Horses Okay!
• Excellent Floor Plan
• New Furnace, Ducting, Water heater and Humidifier – 2010
• 50 Year Comp Roof – 2007
• Click here for a Printable Property Flyer for 12475 Brookstone Drive
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Architecturally Stunning Home – “Mountain Modern” in Tahoe Donner

Greg Faulkner designed this home with truly unique features that set it apart from most Tahoe Donner styles. It has a mountain/modern feel. The flat lot & ground level living and deck open up to the greenbelt setting. Wood flooring, double sided custom wood burning fireplace, designer lighting, built in cherry cabinetry. Cozy bonus room for a TV room, office or 4th bedroom.
Quality shines throughout this house. If you are looking for something unlike every other house in Tahoe Donner, take a look at this.

Highlights

• Offered at $549,000  SOLD FULL PRICE

• Exquisitely Designed Greg Faulkner Home
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 1/2 Bathrooms
• Bonus Room used as 4th bedroom
• 2 Car Garage; Oversized and Finished
• 1912 Square Feet
• Wood Floors, Cherry Cabinets
• Double Sided Custom Brick Wood Burning Fireplace
• Designer Light Fixtures Throughout
• Separate Laundry Room
• Entry with Slatee Flooring and Mudroom
• Greenbelt Setting
• Double Hung Eagle Windows
• Click here for a Printable Property Flyer for 12496 Greenleaf Way
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Enjoy priceless views from this signature Tahoe Donner lot. Without a doubt this is the best “luxury” VIEW LOT in Tahoe Donner. With a practically flat building envelope; panoramic views of Martis Valley, Northstar and the Sierra Crest; and acres of greenbelt bordering the south and west property lines, this is the best home site in Tahoe Donner. It’s the perfect place to build your dream home and enjoy million dollar views of spectacular Sierra scenery.

• Offered at $350,000
• Lot Dimensions: 80′ x 240′ x 134′ x 190′
• Commanding panoramic views of Martis Valley, Northstar and the Sierra Crest
• Greenbelt setting
• Virtual Tour of 14828 Skislope Way
• Printable Flyer

The Flume Trail is Lake Tahoe’s premiere mountain bike ride with outstanding views of Tahoe and  the surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains.

We started this great ride at the Spooner Lake day use area in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park on the east side of Lake Tahoe.

From the parking lot, he trail runs past the old sheperd’s hut, then gives way to rolling uphill terrain through beautiful aspen groves that thrive in the Carson Range on the east side of Lake Tahoe.

After a very long climb, the trail skirts the far side of spectacular Marlette Lake and then opens onto The Flume Trail.

The Flume Trail is nearly flat, dropping only 40′ per mile and is spectacular in its setting. 1600′ above the east shore of Lake Tahoe and only a half mile away from the shoreline in places, it is truly one of the the premier trails in the world.

We had a beautiful and social ride running into three consecutive groups of friends that were also out to enjoy the day and a very sweet ride!  The leaves will be nice for a little bit longer. Get out there and enjoy it.