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1081 Sandy Way, Olympic Valley, CA, 96146

5beds
5baths
4,155sqft
$2,450,000
$590price/sqft
$16,939/moest. monthly cost
$677,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Offering exceptional value in Olympic Valley, this expansive mountain retreat is situated toward the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with sunny southern exposure, offering mountain views and abundant off-street parking. With over 4100 sqft of indoor living space, multiple outdoor seating areas, and a spacious level yard with a custom putting green. The versatile floor plan lives like three homes under one roof, featuring a main residence with two suites and a large secondary living area ideal for a bunk room, game room, or additional gathering space, plus two separate ADUs located above and below the garage, all with their own entrances and plentiful parking. This flexible layout is perfect for extended family, guests, multi-generational living, or rental income potential. Built as a primary residence for 'Master Plumber', Dale Cox of Squaw Valley Plumbing, the home showcases exceptional mechanical systems, including full-house hydronic radiant heating with individual thermostats and shut-offs in every room. Advanced hydronic snow-melt systems serve the driveway, walkways, and roof eaves, providing effortless winter maintenance. Additional highlights include a steam shower in the primary suite, extensive storage, a heated garage, 2 large level driveways, and a prime location near the bike path leading to the Village at Palisades Tahoe. A rare combination of size, flexibility, exceptional engineering/mechanics, and convenience, this property offers outstanding year-round living and easy access to world class recreation in the heart of Olympic Valley.

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
37
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
7/10
North Tahoe SchoolGrades 6-85.5 mi
9/10
North Tahoe High SchoolGrades 9-125.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Used
  • Year built: 1994

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mountain
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Oven,Microwave,Disposal,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Pantry,High Speed Internet,Family Room,Rec Room,In-Law Quarters,Attached ADU,2 Ensuite
  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood,Tile

Heating

  • Heating features: Propane,Hydronic,Radiant,In Floor

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,155
  • Total interior livable area: 4,155 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 096180007000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Patio & porch: Deck(s): 3 or more
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods,Mountain(s)
  • Topography of land: Downslope,Gently Rolling

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.28 Acres
  • Features: Street,Landscaped,Rental History

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Two,Attached,Heated Garage,Insulated,Plumbing,Parking Pad
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Avalanche
    AvalancheRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Avalanche
Earthquake
Wildfire
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Placer County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $12,388$148,656
Home Insurance *$713$8,556
Property Taxes $2,948$35,376
Electricity $890$10,691
Total$16,939$203,268
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$580,765/yr
40% on housing$508,170/yr
45% on housing$451,706/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.8%
9.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.7%
0.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$590This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 96146$453
Placer County$402

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 96146$620
Placer County$339

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

DateEventPrice
2026-06-15Listed for sale$2,450,000
2025-10-31Listing removed$2,450,000
2025-03-01Listed for sale$2,450,000
2024-09-19Listing removed$2,575,000
2024-08-23Price change$2,575,000
2024-06-26Listed for sale$2,695,000
2023-12-31Listing removed--
2022-08-01Listed for sale$2,995,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBrendan M Boyle
BrokerageMountain Luxury Properties Tah

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