28 photos
Sold
252 Vista Pines Circle
Tahoe Vista, California 96148
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,052
Sq Ft
—
Built
$2,410,000
$789/sqft
Tahoe Vista, California 96148
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,052
Sq Ft
—
Built
$2,410,000
$789/sqft
28 photos — Tahoe Sierra MLS · MLS #20261422
This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom 3,052 square foot home in Tahoe Vista was built in —. It listed at $2.4m.
Located in Tahoe Vista, California 96148.
At $789/sqft, this reflects the current Tahoe Vista market.
| Address | 252 Vista Pines Circle |
| City | Tahoe Vista, CA 96148 |
| Price / Sq Ft | $789/sqft |
Your Buyer's Agent
I represent you — not the seller. I'll pull MLS detail, comparable sales, fire zone, STR viability, and structure the offer in your favor.
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Your Broker
Tristan Roberts
DRE #01259729 · Coldwell Banker
30 years in North Lake Tahoe. I know this neighborhood, the HOA, the contractors, and the market.
Inspection Window
April through June
Program
Annual Defensible Space Inspection Program
NTFPD inspects properties in the Very High FHSZ annually between April and June. Inspectors check Zone 0 (0–5 ft), Zone 1 (5–30 ft), and Zone 2 (30–100 ft) clearances per CAL FIRE standards. Properties that fail first inspection receive a notice and second inspection. Persistent non-compliance can result in abatement with owner liability for costs. NTFPD also offers free chipper days where residents can have cleared material chipped and removed at no charge — typically in April and May.
This property is in Tahoe Vista in Tahoe Vista, Placer County.
Portal: PlacerGOV (placer.ca.gov/buildingpermits)
All structural work, additions, re-roofing, electrical upgrades, and HVAC replacements require Placer County Building permits. The PlacerGOV online portal handles most permit applications. For properties in the Lake Tahoe Basin, TRPA compliance review runs concurrently with county review — expect a longer permitting timeline.
TOT Rate: 10%
Placer County requires a TOT (Transient Occupancy Tax) certificate for all short-term rentals under 30 days. The certificate number must be posted in all listing platforms. TOT is collected and remitted to Placer County quarterly. Violations can result in back-tax liability plus penalties.
California Prop 19 (effective Feb 2021) changed parent-to-child property transfer rules — only a primary residence transfer receives the reassessment exclusion, and the exclusion is capped. Investment and vacation properties no longer receive automatic exclusion. Placer County Assessor administers transfers.
Agency: CAL FIRE — Placer Unit, in conjunction with local fire districts
Placer County properties in the Tahoe Basin are designated Very High FHSZ (Fire Hazard Severity Zone) by CAL FIRE. Annual defensible space inspections are conducted by local fire districts under contract with CAL FIRE. Non-compliance can affect homeowner's insurance coverage and may result in abatement notices.
25.4%
of properties in this zip are registered STR operators
$38,000–$54,000
estimated median gross annual STR income
Peak Months
July–August; Tahoe Vista's quieter character draws longer-stay guests
Tahoe Vista (96148) sits between the bustle of Kings Beach and Carnelian Bay, offering a quieter North Shore profile. The 25% STR density is comparable to neighboring communities. Tonopalo Residence Club properties have their own STR framework through the club structure. Placer County TOT at 10% applies to all non-exempt rentals.
Income estimates based on Placer/El Dorado County TOT filings and publicly reported AirDNA/VRBO North Lake Tahoe data, 2023–2024. Actual results vary by property type, condition, and operator.
Development era: 1920s–1950s resort development
Tahoe Vista was developed in the 1920s–1950s as a resort community between Kings Beach and Carnelian Bay. The community's name reflects the vista orientation of its parcels toward the lake. The construction vintage spans nearly a century, from original 1920s cabins through modern custom homes. Tahoe Vista has maintained a quiet, residential character with less commercial development than Kings Beach.
The Kings Beach, Tahoe Vista, and Carnelian Bay corridor is the most densely occupied stretch of North Shore real estate. Closer to Reno and the Bay Area than the South Shore, this cluster has the highest summer visitor throughput in North Tahoe. Short-term rentals are common; the beach orientation drives July–August as the dominant revenue months.
July 4th
The largest fireworks display in North Lake Tahoe, launched from a barge over Kings Beach. The event draws tens of thousands and generates the single highest-demand rental week of the summer for properties in 96143, 96148, and 96140.
Year-round (peak Memorial Day–Labor Day)
One of the largest public beaches on Lake Tahoe, with volleyball, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and shallow warm water ideal for families. Free access drives strong day-visitor traffic that supports local restaurant and rental demand.
October (annual)
A self-guided tour of working artists' studios across North Lake Tahoe including Kings Beach, Tahoe City, and Carnelian Bay. Draws art buyers and contributes to fall shoulder-season activity.
Area comps — Tahoe Vista (no same-subdivision sales found)
$609/sqft
Avg $/sqft
114
Median DOM
$1.5M
Median Price
This listing is priced at $790/sqft — 30% above the neighborhood average of $609/sqft for similar-size homes.
| Address | Sold | Sale Price | $/sqft | Beds/Baths | Sqft | Market Time | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1357 Kings Way | Aug 2026 | $1.3M | $541/sqft | 4bd / 4ba | 2,345 | 114 days — took time | Area |
| 1163 Statford Way | Jun 2026 | $1.3M | $581/sqft | 4bd / 3ba | 2,239 | 287 days — took time | Area |
| 1307 Kings Way | Apr 2026 | $1.2M | $600/sqft | 4bd / 3ba | 2,000 | Sold in 1 week | Area |
| 7770 Kingswood Dr | Oct 2025 | $1.9M | $657/sqft | 4bd / 4ba | 2,891 | 119 days — took time | Area |
| 1293 Jester Ct | Jul 2025 | $1.3M | $601/sqft | 3bd / 3ba | 2,147 | Sold in 14 days | Area |
1357 Kings Way
Tahoe Vista · Aug 2026
$1.3M
Sold Price
$541/sqft
Per Sqft
2,345 sf
4bd 4ba
114 days — took time
1163 Statford Way
Tahoe Vista · Jun 2026
$1.3M
Sold Price
$581/sqft
Per Sqft
2,239 sf
4bd 3ba
287 days — took time
1307 Kings Way
Tahoe Vista · Apr 2026
$1.2M
Sold Price
$600/sqft
Per Sqft
2,000 sf
4bd 3ba
Sold in 1 week
7770 Kingswood Dr
Tahoe Vista · Oct 2025
$1.9M
Sold Price
$657/sqft
Per Sqft
2,891 sf
4bd 4ba
119 days — took time
1293 Jester Ct
Tahoe Vista · Jul 2025
$1.3M
Sold Price
$601/sqft
Per Sqft
2,147 sf
3bd 3ba
Sold in 14 days
In Tahoe Vista, homes typically sell in 114 days. 0% sell in under 2 weeks — those tend to be well-priced. 0% sit longer than 90 days.
Sale data from Tahoe Sierra MLS via CB Lake Tahoe sale history. Comps shown are area-wide (Tahoe Vista) — insufficient same-subdivision sales found. Area-wide comps are shown; price levels vary by subdivision and may not reflect Tahoe Vista values specifically. Sold dates and prices are from MLS records and may not reflect off-market or unreported transactions.
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