14540 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA, 96161
About This Home
Jaw dropping lake views -vacation lifestyle - income potential… why choose just one? Welcome to Donner Lake living at its best - directly across from Shoreline Park with panoramic, unobstructed lake views and a lifestyle that feels like vacation every single day. Imagine slow mornings sipping coffee on the deck as the sun sparkles over the water, spontaneous sunset paddle sessions, daily dog walks along the lake and unforgettable Fourth of July parties; front row for Fireworks! This is the Tahoe good life at an iconic location; effortless, active, and deeply connected to the outdoors. And the kicker? This property is a duplex, offering the rare opportunity to generate income while enjoying your own mountain escape. Rent history available; the owner was estimating $3k/month for future tenants. Whether you live on one side and rent the other, create a legacy vacation property, or maximize investment potential, the flexibility here is huge. Small but mighty at approximately 1178 square feet, the home lives large with lofted bedrooms above both living areas, tons of character, and endless potential to make it your own. An historic “garage” is used as a bonus storage shed in the backyard and provides room for all your Tahoe toys and is accessible from Donner Avenue. Properties with this combination of location, views, versatility, and lifestyle rarely come along. Donner Lake is calling -be sure to check this gem out!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Old Tahoe
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Oven,Microwave,Disposal,Dishwasher,Trash Compactor,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl
Heating
- Heating features: Propane,Wall Furnace
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01734003400
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck(s): 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake,Panoramic-Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Topography of land: Upslope
Lot
- Features: Street
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: One,Detached,Other
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Earthquake
- Wildfire
- Avalanche
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Nevada 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 | $5,051 | $60,612 |
| Home Insurance * | $258 | $3,096 |
| Property Taxes | $1,202 | $14,424 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $6,909 | $82,908 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $999,000 |
| 2019-09-13 | Sold | $615,000 |
| 2019-07-01 | Price change | $715,000 |
| 2019-04-20 | Listed for sale | $730,000 |
| 2016-07-06 | Sold | $448,500 |
| 2016-06-21 | Pending sale | $459,000 |
| 2016-03-27 | Price change | $459,000 |
| 2016-01-28 | Listed for sale | $465,000 |
| 2011-02-15 | Sold | $230,000 |
| 2010-08-19 | Sold | $400,000 |
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