Tahoe Donner 1st QTR 2010 Market Update
April 5, 2010
Tahoe Donner 1st QTR 2010 Sales Analysis

This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Homes Sold in the 1st QTR from 2004 through 2010.
2) Comparison of Median List Price to Median Sold Price for the 1st QTR from 2004 through 2010.
An analysis of the sales data concludes that Median List and Median Sold prices are lower in 2010 than they were in 2004 (the benchmark low) and the number of homes sold, when comparing QTR 1 2004 to 2010, shows a decrease of 24%. However, 1st QTR sales in 2010 are up almost 12% from the 1st QTR in 2009.
Tahoe Donner Consecutive Quarterly Comparisons

This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner QTR 1 2009 – QTR 1 2010 = 265
2) Comparison of Median List Price to Median Sold Price of Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner QTR 1 2009 – QTR 1 2010
The Quarterly data suggests that on average there is about a 4.5% difference between Median List Price and Median Sold Price. (Sold prices being less than list prices). Additionally, on a Quarterly basis, sales of single family homes in Tahoe Donner have increased 12% when comparing the 1st Qtr of 2009 (34 homes sold) with the 1st Qtr of 2010 (38 homes sold). However, the median sale price has decreased almost 10% from QTR 1 2009 ($557,580) compared to QTR 1 2010 ($502,000).
Price Category Comparison of Homes Sold

This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Homes Sold QTR 1 in Tahoe Donner = 38
2) Comparison of Price Categories of Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner
38 single family homes sold in Tahoe Donner during the 1st quarter of 2010. 50% (or 19) of these homes sold for under $499,999, 34% (or 13) of the homes sold for between $500K and $749,999, 13% (or 5) of these homes sold for between $750K and $999,999. There was only one home that sold for over $1 million dollars and it sold for $1,225,000. This home was originally listed at $2,190,000 and was on the market for 639 days. If you are a seller, regardless of which end of the market you are in, you have to price carefully. In the lower end of the market there is more competition so you must price competitively and if you are at the upper end of our market, where there are relatively fewer buyers, you also have to price right for our current market. Too high of a price will almost guarantee that you will sit on your house without looking at any offers. If your goal is to sell, price right. Buyers, now is the time to get off the fence and make a purchase. We will begin to see more and more houses come on the market and the competition will become greater.
We work with both buyers and sellers. If you want honest and expert advice, please give us a call and let us know how we can help you. The majority of our clients are previous clients or their referrals – our clients come back to us because they know we do a great job. Robbie 530-412-0583 and Karen 530-448-3624.
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: March 2010
March 31, 2010
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - March 2010
Single Family Homes SOLD = 17 (10 standard sales, 6 short sales, 1 REO)
Median List Price = $530,000
Median Sale Price = $520,000
Average Days on Market = 118
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 38
Active Listings = 73 (as of 3/31)
| Address | Original Price | Sales Price | Square Feet |
| 14760 Northwoods (short) | $339,950 | $339,950 | 1410 |
| 15807 Northwoods (short) | $550,000 | $341,000 | 2300 |
| 11616 Zermatt | $415,000 | $399,000 | 1600 |
| 12569 Hillside (short) | $469,000 | $425,000 | 2134 |
| 11514 Zermatt (short) | $399,000 | $399,000 | 2450 |
| 15360 Wolfgang | $437,000 | $419,500 | 1708 |
| 12401 Hillside | $499,500 | $455,000 | 2483 |
| 14351 Glacier View | $529,000 | $505,000 | 1730 |
| 12297 Bernese | $530,000 | $520,000 | 16360 |
| 12690 St. Bernard | $629,999 | $612,000 | 2092 |
| 13767 Hillside (short) | $729,000 | $640,000 | 2552 |
| 12135 Muhlebach | $625,000 | $618,000 | 2366 |
| 11924 Skislope (short) | $799,000 | $701,000 | 3013 |
| 14632 Christie | $724,900 | $724,900 | 2525 |
| 12335 Greenleaf | $799,750 | $775,000 | 2500 |
| 14359 Skislope (REO) | $816,000 | $875,000 | 2942 |
| 14020 Skislope | $2,190,000 | $1,225,000 | 3919 |
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - March 2010
Condos SOLD = 5 (2 standard sales, 1 short sale, 2 REO)
Median List Price = $300,000
Median Sale Price = $300,000
Average Days on Market = 164
YTD TD Condos Sold = 11
Active Listings = 26 (as of 3/31)
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - March 2010
Lots SOLD = 4 (2 standard sales, 2 REO)
Median List Price = $183,500
Median Sale Price = $161,875
Average Days on Market = 150
YTD TD Lots Sold = 6
Active Listings = 40 (as of 3/31)
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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
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Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: February 2010
March 1, 2010
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - February 2010
Single Family Homes SOLD = 11
Median List Price = $549,000
Median Sale Price = $505,000
Average Days on Market = 127
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 21
Active Listings = 71 (as of 3/10)
| Address | Original Price | Sales Price | Square Feet |
| 10767 Skislope (REO) | $274,900 | $238,000 | 928 |
| 14123 Glacier View | $599,000 | $445,000 | 2868 |
| 11374 Zermatt | $499,000 | $450,000 | 1440 |
| 14041 Tyrol (Short) | $499,900 | $375,000 | 1450 |
| 16507 Northwoods | $499,000 | $499,000 | 1800 |
| 13069 Muhlebach | $719,900 | $505,000 | 2292 |
| 11848 Chalet | $595,000 | $535,000 | 2132 |
| 13145 Stockholm | $679,500 | $625,000 | 2170 |
| 14814 Skislope | $899,000 | $680,000 | 3069 |
| 13535 Skiview Loop | $895,000 | $865,000 | 2832 |
| 14355 Swiss lane | $1,129,000 | $985,000 | 3050 |
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - February 2010
Condos SOLD = 2 (both Standard Sales)
Median List Price = $459,000
Median Sale Price = $435,000
Average Days on Market = 90
YTD TD Condos Sold = 6
Active Listings = 22 (as of 3/10)
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - February 2010
Lots SOLD = 1 (REO)
Median List Price = $129,900
Median Sale Price = $117,500
Average Days on Market = 88
YTD TD Lots Sold = 2
Active Listings = 38 (as of 3/10)
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: January 2010
February 1, 2010
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - January 2010
Single Family Homes SOLD = 9
Median List Price = $400,000
Median Sale Price = $382,000
Average Days on Market = 42
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 9
Active Listings = 73
| Address | Original Price | Sales Price | Square Feet |
| 14050 Davos Drive | $299,000 | $279,000 | 1264 |
| 11046 Bolzano | $330,000 | $325,000 | 1512 |
| 16549 Northwoods | $446,900 | $3820,000 | 2000 |
| 12753 Hillside | $435,900 | $375,000 | 1792 |
| 10974 Bolzano | $420,000 | $378,000 | 1550 |
| 14680 Copenhagen | $539,900 | $478,000 | 1568 |
| 13314 Roundhill | $515,000 | $495,000 | 1800 |
| 13559 Weisshorn | $699,000 | $699,000 | 11914 |
| 14137 Glacier View | $1,399,000 | $750,000 | 3957 |
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - January 2010
Condos SOLD = 4
Median List Price = $381,975
Median Sale Price = $377,250
Average Days on Market = 200
YTD TD Condos Sold = 4
Active Listings = 27
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - January 2010
Lots SOLD = 1
Median List Price = $59,900
Median Sale Price = $56,500
Average Days on Market = 427
YTD TD Lots Sold = 1
Active Listings = 36
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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Annual 2009 Tahoe Donner® Market Summary
January 8, 2010
We all grabbed the edges of our seats and watched, with bated breath, as the 2009 real estate market unraveled. Some people prospered with new investments while others had to sadly let go of family legacies. In the last 6 years we have transitioned from a buyer’s market to a seller’s market to what we now call an “unpredictable ” market. This is a new ball game! The coming year will require sensitive monitoring of the market and the ability to make calculated moves at just the right time. Let’s take a closer look at what happened in 2009.
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES – Tahoe Donner
WHERE were the majority of homes sold?
56% of all single family home sales in Truckee were homes sold in Tahoe Donner. Tahoe Donner is unrivaled with the number of single family home sales in the year 2009! Tahoe Donner is a great place to invest.
Median ”NUMBER” of Single Family Homes Sold in 2009…

This chart illustrates the number of single family homes sold annually, in Tahoe Donner, from 2004 through 2009. Historically, we have experienced a 40% decrease in the number of homes sold since 2004 but on a brighter note we have experienced a 17.62% increase in the number of homes sold since last year. Let’s hope this is the new trend!
Median ”SALE PRICES” for Single Family Homes in 2009…

This charts shows the median sale prices of single family homes sold in Tahoe Donner from 2004 through 2009. In this analysis, single family home median sales prices were highest in 2005 (“the top of the market”) at $765,000 and have dropped 26% to a low of $565,000 at the end of 2009. Today’s median sale prices are actually 4% less than they were in 2004, the “old” low benchmark. This means that NOW is a great time to make investments in Tahoe Donner real estate. Even though inventory is low, there are still many good opportunities. BUY NOW while the market still supports these favorable conditions!
Which price range was hottest in Tahoe Donner for 2009 for single family homes?

This chart gives us an idea of which price ranges of homes are selling in Tahoe Donner. 77% of the single family homes that sold in 2009 sold for under $745,000. Only 7% of Tahoe Donner’s inventory sold for over $1 million dollars with the highest priced home selling at $1,350,000.
WHEN should you list your property if you are thinking about selling?

The purpose of this chart is to illustrate the seasonal trend in house selling. If we simply draw a line at the 6 month mark, 36% of the homes in 2009 sold in the first half of the year and 64% of the homes sold in the second half of the year. This means that if you want to sell your house this coming summer, assuming an average D.O.M. (Days on Market) of about 100 days, you’ll want to have your house ready to list early Spring! In order to maximize your selling price and shorten your selling time there are a couple of things you will need to do. 1) Give us enough time to thoroughly assess your house and advise you of the things you will want to do to make your house more “market ready”, 2) Let us develop a marketing strategy specific for your home and determine the best listing price.
Standard Sales? Short Sales? REO Sales?

Yes, like everywhere else in the country, Tahoe Donner witnessed Short Sales and REO’s this past year. 83% of the sales in Tahoe Donner were “standard” sales while 9% were Short Sales* and the remaining 8% were REO’s*. Truckee as a whole faired pretty well with 74% of the single family home sales being “standard” sales, 14% REO’s and the remaining 12% were Short Sales.
*Short Sale: A short sale is a sale of real estate in which the sale proceeds fall short of the balance owed on the property’s loan. It often occurs when a borrower cannot pay the mortgage loan on their property, but the lender decides that selling the property at a moderate loss is better than pressing the current debtor.
*REO: Real estate owned or REO is a class of property owned by a lender, typically a bank, after an unsuccessful sale at a foreclosure auction.
As a side note…. I have not included a comparison of list price to sale price as many homes were listed by several agents before finally selling. For example, Agent #1 may have listed the property at $899K. After a few months the unsatisfied seller cancelled the listing with Agent #1 and listed with Agent #2 at a reduced price of $750. When Agent #2 failed to sell the house, the Seller cancelled the listing again and listed with Agent #3 who took the listing at fair market value, let’s say $685K and sold the house in a reasonable amount of time. In this market, this is a very typical scenario. The first Agent “bought” the listing and the last Agent “sold” the property!
What does all this mean for buyers and sellers?
For Buyers, we don’t expect to see home prices fall in 2010. The general trend shows that the downward spiral of prices has settled and the increase in the number of Tahoe Donner sales shows us that people are buying! Take advantage of this opportunity to buy.
For Sellers, it looks like home prices have settled. Prices probably aren’t going to fall much more in 2010 and on the flip side, prices won’t rise too quickly in the near future. If you have been thinking about or needing to sell, the most sound advice is to price correctly, get your house on the market and entice the buyers NOW while there are fewer houses on the market and less inventory for buyers to choose from.
CONDOS and TOWNHOMES – Tahoe Donner
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2009 Lot sales in Tahoe Donner were down 29% (17 to 12) from 2008 and the median sold price was down 26% for non-amenity / share-ownership lots when compared to 2008. As of 1/7/10 there were 31 active lots on the market for sale.
The data for our Annual 2009 Tahoe Donner Real Estate Market Summary is retrieved from the Tahoe Sierra Board of Realtors and we use “median data” to make our comparisons and draw conclusions on trends or general tendencies. Information derived from “median data” is often used as an indicator of the strength and the direction of the real estate market.
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Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: December 2009
January 7, 2010
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - December 2009
Single Family Homes SOLD = 35
Median List Price = $649,000
Median Sale Price = $638,000
Average Days on Market = 99
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 227
Active Listings = 70 (as of 1-7-10)
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - December 2009
Condos SOLD = 2
Median List Price = $135,450
Median Sale Price = $134,500
Average Days on Market = 103
YTD TD Condos Sold = 34
Active Listings = 26 (as of 1-7-10)
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - December 2009
Lots SOLD = 0
Median List Price = N/A
Median Sale Price = N/A
Average Days on Market = N/A
YTD TD Lots Sold = 12
Active Listings = 31 (as of 1-7-10)
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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
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Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: November 09
December 5, 2009
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - November 2009
Single Family Homes SOLD = 15
Median List Price = $585,000
Median Sale Price = $535,000
Average Days on Market = 123
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 192
Active Listings = 96
| Address | Original Price | Sales Price | Square Feet |
| 16479 Northwoods | $319,000 | $319,000 | 1024 |
| 15877 Northwoods | $349,000 | $300,000 | 1362 |
| 13411 Solvang | $354,900 | $330,000 | 1232 |
| 12233 Muhlebach | $465,000 | $415,000 | 1300 |
| 13691 Davos | $479,000 | $365,000 | 1368 |
| 11575 Sitzmark | $549,000 | $505,000 | 1552 |
| 13945 Davos | $571,300 | $504,000 | 2928 |
| 13428 Davos | $589,500 | $545,000 | 1776 |
| 14106 Northwoods | $600,000 | $535,000 | 1936 |
| 12450 Snowpeak | $765,000 | $730,000 | 2626 |
| 14827 Alder Creek | $779,000 | $745,000 | 2840 |
| 14110 Glacier View | $835,000 | $750,000 | 3379 |
| 15220 Wolfgang | $1,049,000 | $864,000 | 3488 |
| 13011 Stockholm | $1,125,000 | $964,850 | 3360 |
| 12712 Muhlebach | $1,375,000 | $1,200,000 | 3224 |
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - November 2009
Condos SOLD = 4
Median List Price = $339,500
Median Sale Price = $315,000
Average Days on Market = 107
YTD TD Condos Sold = 31
Active Listings = 24
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - November 2009
Lots SOLD = 2
Median List Price = $177,500
Median Sale Price = $168,750
Average Days on Market = 25
YTD TD Lots Sold = 12
Active Listings = 37
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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
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Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: October 09
October 30, 2009
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - October 2009
Single Family Homes SOLD = 30
Median List Price = $614,000
Median Sale Price = $605,000
Average Days on Market = 93
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 177
Active Listings = 145

Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - October 2009
Condos SOLD = 5
Median List Price = $279,000
Median Sale Price = $274,000
Average Days on Market = 87
YTD TD Condos Sold = 27
Active Listings = 27
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - October 2009
Lots SOLD = 2
Median List Price = $212,500
Median Sale Price = $182,500
Average Days on Market = 132
YTD TD Lots Sold = 10Active Listings = 54
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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Tahoe Donner 3rd QTR 09 Market Update
October 7, 2009
Tahoe Donner Consecutive Quarter Sales Analysis
(A Glimpse at this past Year)

This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Single Family Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner 3rd QTR 2008 through 3rd QTR 2009
2) Comparison of Median List Price to Median “Sold” Price of Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner 3rd QTR 2008 through 3rd QTR 2009
The Quarterly data suggests:
- Median “SOLD” prices have decreased 21% when comparing 3rd QTR 2008 ($665,500) to 3rd QTR 2009 ($525,000).
- Comparing same time this year with same time last year, 3rd QTR sales are up 19%. 54 homes sold during the 3rd QTR of 2008 while 64 homes sold during the 3rd QTR of 2009.
- Comparing consecutive quarters in 2009, Single Family Home sales have increased 33% from QTR 2 ’09 (48 homes sold) to QTR 3 ’09 (64 homes sold).
- Summary: PRICES are DOWN and SALES are UP. We have seen an increase in sales this past month. There are several contributing factors including, 1) market savvy Realtors and their sellers are getting better at pricing for the current market, 2) buyers are taking advantage of good inventory and low interest rates, 3) well versed buyers working with good Realtors recognize “good opportunities” and are writing stronger offers and 4) Tahoe Donner home sales typically pick-up at this time of the year as buyers make their purchases before the snow falls.
Tahoe Donner 3rd QTR Sales Performance 2004 – 2009
(The Bigger Perspective – The Last 5 Years)
This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Single Homes Sold during the 3rd QTR from 2004 through 2009.
2) Comparison of Median List Price to Median “Sold” Price for the 3rd QTR from 2004 through 2009.
The sales data for Tahoe Donner single family homes shows us:
- Current single family home ”SOLD” prices are similar but slightly lower than they were in 2004.
- Since the top of the market, in 2005, single family home “SOLD” prices have dropped 32%. This means there are great opportunities.
What do these numbers tell us?
Buyers – now is the time to get serious. Prices are low, interest rates are low and there is good inventory. If you are in the position to purchase property, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY. Call us today: 530-412-0583!
Sellers- if you need to sell, now more than ever, you need to price your home for the current market and you have to get the price right, right from the start! If you price too high, you’ll get skipped over and you’ll spend your time making price reductions when you could have sold your house! It’s not too late. Inventory is getting snapped up and new inventory is always great. The Buyers are out there!
Price Category Comparison of Homes Sold

This chart illustrates:
1) Number of Single Family Homes Sold QTR 3 in Tahoe Donner
2) Comparison of Price Categories of Homes Sold in Tahoe Donner
64 single family homes sold in Tahoe Donner during the 3rd quarter of 2009.
- 85% of these homes sold for under $750K (54 homes)
- 12% of the homes sold for between $750K and $1 million dollars (8 homes)
- Zero homes sold for between $1 million dollars and $1.25 million dollars
- 3% (or 2 homes) sold for between $1.25 million and $1,499,999
- Zero homes sold in the price category exceeding $1,500,000
* Well priced single family homes under $750K are getting the most attention. If you are in the “over a million” category, you’ve got to be very strategic about your pricing.
If you are a buyer or a seller or just have questions, we would love to talk with you. We are easy to get a hold of. Send us an email at karen@huntoonrealestate.com or give us a call at 530-412-0583.
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate Sales: August 09
September 1, 2009
Tahoe Donner® Real Estate
Single Family Homes Sold - August 2009
Single Family Homes SOLD = 17
Median List Price = $594,750
Median Sale Price = $565,000
Average Days on Market = 67
YTD TD SF Homes Sold = 129
Active Listings = 163
| Address | Original Price | Sales Price | Square Feet |
| 11980 Saint Bernard | $272,250 | $326,000 | 1602 |
| 14803 Northwoods | $369,000 | $335,000 | |
| 13443 Davos | $409,000 | $349,000 | 1103 |
| 11897 Brookstone | $498,000 | $410,000 | 1826 |
| 12390 Pinnacle Loop | $475,000 | $410,500 | 1301 |
| 11618 Baden | $469,000 | $455,000 | 1534 |
| 13117 Muhlebach | $529,000 | $515,000 | 1868 |
| 13611 Hansel | $575,000 | $545,000 | 2076 |
| 15190 Northwoods | $599,000 | $565,000 | 2085 |
| 13974 Gyrfalcon | $594,750 | $580,000 | 1660 |
| 11355 Lausanne | $675,000 | $585,000 | 2044 |
| 14513 Hansel | $719,000 | $650,000 | 2456 |
| 12013 Sitzmark | $749,000 | $650,000 | 2438 |
| 11755 Chalet | $849,000 | $775,000 | 2355 |
| 11496 Zermatt | $825,000 | $795,000 | 2975 |
| 12797 Skiview Loop | $859,000 | $820,000 | 3089 |
| 13232 Falcon Point | $978,000 | $870,000 | 3067 |
Tahoe Donner® Condos Sold - August 2009
Condos SOLD = 3
Median List Price = $399,000
Median Sale Price = $341,000
Average Days on Market = 136
YTD TD Condos Sold = 19
Active Listings = 35
Tahoe Donner® Lots Sold - August 2009
Lots SOLD = 1
Median List Price = $129,000
Median Sale Price = $100,000
Average Days on Market = 98
YTD TD Lots Sold = 7
Active Listings = 51
(YTD = Year-To-Date)
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
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