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  • Price cut: $50K (8/28)
    $749,000

    2940 Santa Claus Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    4beds
    2,000sqft
    : 
    $4,827/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    10,049 Square Feet Lot
    $732,700 Zestimate®
    $375/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Elegant granite water tableHardibacker sidingLarge sunny corner lotImpressive log entryway
    Another Dramatic Price Reduction! Seller Motivated!. Welcome to this beautifully crafted mountain home featuring 4 bedrooms, with 2 conveniently located on the main level and 2 spacious bedrooms upstairs. This thoughtfully designed home offers 2 bathrooms and an attached 2-car garage. Home could use some TLC to add your own personal touches.Situated on a large, sunny corner lot along the school bus route and conveniently located just minutes from three ski resorts, and plenty of hiking and biking trails. This home combines mountain charm with quality craftsmanship throughout. From the impressive log entryway to the handcrafted banisters and built-in coat racks, custom woodworking creates warmth and character.The inviting living room is anchored by a stunning river rock fireplace with a handcrafted log mantel and quartzite hearth, creating the perfect gathering space. The home's exterior is enhanced with an elegant granite water table, Hardibacker siding, and a beautiful quartzite floor entryway both inside and out.The kitchen features rich maple cabinetry, durable concrete countertops, and hickory flooring that extends into the living area. Downstairs bathroom is tastefully designed with an authentic clawfoot tub and a large glass-block window and tiled shower. Both upstairs and downstairs baths have granite counter tops and tiled flooring, blending style and functionality.French doors off the kitchen open to the outdoor living space, while a sliding glass door from the primary bedroom provides additional access to the backyard. Enjoy entertaining or relaxing on the large paving stone patio (complete with wiring to add a hot tub), overlooking the spacious, sun-filled yard. It even has a green house.An insulated shed with electricity offers endless possibilities as a workshop, hobby space, or additional storage. With exceptional craftsmanship, quality finishes, and a desirable location, this mountain retreat is ready to welcome you home.Property lies within the "contestable zone" for a VHR permit. Buyer to investigate possibility of obtaining a vacation rental permit with Eldoradocounty.ca.gov
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    Listed by:

    Barbara Gerland 530-543-6676 barbaragerland@gmail.com,

    Berkshire Hathaway HS - SLT

    Source: STAOR,MLS#: 143174MLS LogoOriginating MLS: South Tahoe Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Workshop
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Disposal, Microwave Built-in, Dishwasher Built-in, Gas Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Granite Counters
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood, Stone
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Vinyl Frame
      • Basement: Concrete/Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,000
      • Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
      • Has attached garage: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Uncovered
      • Exterior features: Other/See Remarks
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 10,049 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 75 x 134
      • Features: Lawn, Gravel, Wooded, Full Sprinklers
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Shed
      • Parcel number: 036423017000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Rock, Other/See Remarks
      • Roof: Pitched,Composition
      Condition
      • Year built: 2002

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Water Meter
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Phone Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Christmas Valley 2
      Location
      • Region: South Lake Tahoe

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $375/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $578,870
      • Date on market: 7/11/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 49 days
      • Date available: 01/01/1800
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $732,700

        $696,000 - $769,000

        $3,848/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/28/2026Price change$749,000-6.3%$375/sqft
        Source: STAOR #143174 Report a problem
        8/4/2026Price change$799,000-7%$400/sqft
        Source: STAOR #143174 Report a problem
        7/12/2026Listed for sale$859,000+75.7%$430/sqft
        Source: STAOR #143174 Report a problem
        5/15/2017Sold$489,000+291.2%$245/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/26/1999Sold$125,000$63/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $578,870 +2%
        2025$6,259 +5.5%$567,520 +2%
        2024$5,935 +1.8%$556,394 +2%
        2023$5,831 +1%$545,485 +2%
        2022$5,772 +2%$534,790 +2%
        2021$5,659 +1.1%$524,304 +1%
        2020$5,599 +0.5%$518,929 +2%
        2019$5,571 +2.3%$508,755 +2%
        2018$5,445 +59%$498,780 +60.3%
        2017$3,425 +2.1%$311,094 +2%
        2016$3,354 +5.4%$304,995 +1.5%
        2015$3,183 $300,415 +2%
        2014$3,183 $294,532 +0.5%
        2013-- $293,202 +4%
        2012-- $281,819
        2011-- $281,819 +0.8%
        2010-- $279,714 -0.2%
        2009-- $280,381 +2%
        2008-- $274,885 +2%
        2007-- $269,496 +2%
        2006-- $264,213 +2%
        2005-- $259,033 +2%
        2004-- $253,955 +1.9%
        2003-- $249,302 +87.9%
        2002-- $132,650 +2%
        2001-- $130,050 +2%
        2000-- $127,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Meyers

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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