2535 Lake Forest Rd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
About This Home
An exceptional development opportunity in Lake Forest, a favorite neighborhood in Tahoe City. This level 100' x 100' lot offers the rare chance to consider building new in an established Tahoe City neighborhood, just steps from the Coast Guard Boat Launch and minutes from Skylandia Beach and Bristlecone Beach. A topographical survey is completed and corners are marked at the property. The existing 1-bedroom, 1-bath cabin served as a full-time residence until earlier this year and retains classic Tahoe character throughout. While livable, the home is best positioned as a renovation project or a placeholder for a future custom build. Whether you're envisioning a new mountain modern retreat or a thoughtful restoration of the original cabin, the location, lot dimensions, and proximity to the lake make this a compelling canvas. Opportunities in Lake Forest of this caliber are increasingly rare. Come walk the lot and see the potential.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fixer
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Roof: Shake/Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Old Tahoe
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Fireplace features: Fireplace: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 622
- Total interior livable area: 622 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 093032020
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 10,454 sqft
- Features: Street
- Lot size dimensions: 100 x 100
Parking
- Parking features: None
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Placer County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,028 | $36,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $228 | $2,736 |
| Property Taxes | $604 | $7,248 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $4,258 | $51,096 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Price change | $549,000 |
| 2026-05-20 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
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