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Let’s get something out of the way: Zillow doesn’t ski. It’s never been on your dock at sunrise. And it definitely doesn’t know your Tahoe Donner cabin has radiant heat floors and a wine fridge that chills rosé to your exact shade of pink.
So if you’re thinking about selling your home in Lake Tahoe—whether it’s lakefront luxe, a slope-side sanctuary, or a quiet Truckee retreat—you need more than a Zestimate. You need intel from someone who actually lives, breathes, and yes, paddleboards this market.
Here’s where things get spicy. Your home’s worth is about more than square footage. Let’s talk what really matters:
Location: Are we talking lakefront, lakeview, or lake-meh? Proximity to ski lifts, trailheads, and golf clubs matters big time.
Seasonality: Tahoe isn’t like Anywhere, USA. Winter brings ski money. Summer brings lake money. And yes, they’re different.
Vibe Check: Renovated chalet with hot tub? Or an untouched 1970s A-frame with rental history? Both have value—but the story you tell changes the price.
Online estimates use algorithms and county records. Cool. But they don’t:
Smell your cedar-lined sauna
Know your HOA has a private pier and kayak lockers
Understand that west-facing decks mean sunsets = $$$
AVMs (that’s nerd-speak for Automated Valuation Models) are basically wearing blindfolds in this market. You deserve better.
Price too high? You sit. Price too low? You leave money on the table—and the buyer brags about their deal for years.
Let’s get it just right. I’ll help you:
Review hyperlocal comps (and not just ones that sold 6 months ago in another ZIP code)
Factor in what today’s buyers want (spoiler: fast WiFi and a dreamy deck)
Consider the psychology of second-home shopping (emotional + financial = unique sweet spot)
Inventory’s still tight in key areas like Tahoe City and Incline
Buyers are back, but picky—presentation matters more than ever
Turn-key is gold. Original charm with STR income? Also gold.
Listen, I’ve been in this business long enough to know that no two homes—or sellers—are the same. And I treat every valuation like it’s going on the Sotheby’s auction block. Because in a way, it is.
Ready for a real number—not just an algorithmic fantasy? DM me, text me, or email me at [email protected] with your property address. We’ll chat, I’ll run the numbers, and you’ll walk away smarter than 90% of sellers out there.
Or better yet? Let’s grab coffee. You bring the questions, I’ll bring the comps (and the paddleboard stories).
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