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A popular skiing destination in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
Imagine living in a community where former Olympians rode the slopes over 60 years ago. That's what it's like living in Alpine Meadows. Home of the 1960 Winter Olympics, Alpine Meadows has unparalleled winter snow and recreational activities. While many travel for the ski season, plenty call Alpine Meadows home 365 days a year. This mountainous community is perfect for backcountry living and is known for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere. While a rustic area, home styles mirror ski cabins and Swiss chalets. Residents can wake up to panoramic views of the glistening Lake Tahoe and Sierra Nevada mountain range.
Palisades Tahoe hosted the 1960 Winter Olympics.
Palisades Tahoe in Alpine Meadows is known for a strong Après ski scene in the Lake Tahoe area.
Alpine Meadows may be home to a former Winter Olympics location, but the area still offers more than unparalleled cold-weather recreation opportunities. When the weather is warm, locals can go fly-fishing in the Lake Tahoe basin at Bear Creek. Other popular summer activities include river rafting, hiking and mountain biking. Golfers can hit the Alpine Meadows Golf Course in the late spring through the fall. This public golf course features nine holes, a practice green and a clubhouse. When the cold weather hits, skiers and snowboarders can shred fresh powder at several slopes like Palisades Tahoe. This ski resort has the longest ski season of any of the slopes in the Lake Tahoe area.
Alpine Meadows is the sister resort to Palisades Tahoe.
Palisades Ski Resort in Western Olympic Valley offers some of the best skiing in Tahoe.
The Alpine Meadows Ropes Course offers canopy adventures in the summer.
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Homebuyers can find everything from lodge suites to mountain estates
Homes in Alpine Meadows begin at around $600,000 for lodge suites and can reach nearly $4 million for a four-bedroom mountain estate. Many homes are built on the mountain slopes, while others are on the rushing Bear Creek. Speaking of Bear Creek, the Bear Creek subdivision is the most sought-after community in Alpine Meadows. Residents of Bear Creek have access to a private swimming pond with a beach. No matter where locals reside in Alpine Meadows, they will feel like they are living deep in the forest, from the tall pine trees canopying the landscape to living in estate-like log cabins and mountain homes.
A traditional log cabin built upon the sloping mountains of Olympic Valley in Alpine Meadows.
Newly built modern homes sit in Olympic Valley near Alpine Meadows.
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Local shops and eateries sit along the Truckee River
Right along the Truckee River is Crest Cafe & Catering. Locals can have breakfast and lunch indoors in the cozy cafe or outside on the deck, enjoying waterfront dining. Crest Cafe has a weekly dinner special, Sushi Thursdays. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant, also along the river, serves up signature dinner entrees like bison short ribs and New Zealand elk chops. There are several restaurants and shops clustered near several ski resorts and hotels. There's a pizza place, Mexican restaurant, frozen yogurt shop and more. For shopping, there are local ski and snowboard shops and a Patagonia. For grocery trips, residents can travel into Lake Tahoe neighborhoods and shop at one of the several Safeways or in Truckee at Raley's.
Downtown Truckee offers additional shopping and dining options near Alpine Meadows.
Fireside Pizza Company is a popular spot for pizza in Alpine Meadows.
Mountain Mike’s Sports offers outdoor equipment and rental bikes for exploring Olympic Valley.
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Kids may attend schools in the highly rated Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
Neighborhood children can attend the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. They can begin their schooling years at Tahoe Lake Elementary, which has an overall A-minus rating from Niche. At Tahoe Lake Elementary, teachers supplement core teaching classes with technology, Spanish, art, music and physical education courses. Students can then attend North Tahoe School for their middle school years. North Tahoe School has an overall A-minus rating from Niche. High schoolers can North Tahoe High School, which Niche recognizes with an overall A ranking. North Tahoe High is home to a highly acclaimed music program, including a popular jazz band. The high school also offers a Ski/Independent Study Academy. Students pursuing competitive downhill, Nordic skiing, or other extracurriculars that make it difficult to attend school regularly can enroll in the academy's customized study programs to have a flexible school schedule without losing a comprehensive high school experience.
Truckee Elementary scores a 7/10 on GreatSchools.org.
Alder Creek Middle School serves students in the Truckee area.
N. Tahoe High School is one of two high schools in the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District.
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I-80, State Route 89 are nearby
While mountains surround Alpine Meadows residents, they can get around besides using skis. There are major roadways nearby, like Interstate 80 and State Route 89, connecting residents to Sacramento and the shores of Lake Tahoe, respectively. If residents want to catch a train, there's an Amtrak station 13 miles away. Residents can get around by car or riding the Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART). The bus runs seven days a week along the 30 miles of the Lake Tahoe shoreline. The Reno–Tahoe International Airport is roughly 50 miles away and offers over 100 daily direct flights serving areas like New York City and Chicago. The Nevada state line is about 20 miles from Alpine Meadows.
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Alpine Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alpine Meadows, Olympic Valley sell after 102 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Alpine Meadows, Olympic Valley over the last 12 months is $1,060,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Luxury Resort Living in the Heart of Olympic Valley | Experience the ultimate mountain lifestyle from this beautifully positioned one-bedroom residence at the renowned Everline Resort in Olympic Valley. With sweeping unobstructed views of the entire valley, Palisades Tahoe ski resort, and the championship golf course, this exceptional condo offers an unbeatable combination of location, luxury,
Perched on the top floor of Palisades Tahoe Lodge, Residence 339 commands sweeping west-facing views across Olympic Valley, with the iconic Tram Face and Palisades Aerial Tram creating a dramatic mountain backdrop. Its coveted corner position overlooks the tennis courts, offering a peaceful, elevated setting with exceptional natural light and a strong sense of privacy. The beautifully refreshed
A rare opportunity to own true slopeside at Palisades Tahoe Lodge. Residence 714 sits ideally positioned with direct ski-in/ski-out access and sweeping mountain views, just steps from the lifts in one of Tahoe's most sought-after locations. This one-bedroom condo features an updated kitchen, an open-concept living area with a gas fireplace, and a private balcony overlooking the slopes, creating a
Positioned in one of the most coveted slopeside locations at Palisades Tahoe Lodge, Residence 247 captures sweeping panoramic views of KT 22, Cushing’s Pond, Wa She Shu, and the surrounding peaks of Olympic Valley. Located at the base of the mountain, this residence offers immediate access to the lifts with no parking, no traffic, and no barriers between you and the slopes. Inside, the open
Imagine waking up and looking out the window to check the ski conditions on KT-22, not sweating the commute on 89 on a powder day, walking to the lift or village for coffee. No car, no parking reservations. This is it! Exceptional and rare, top floor unit with unobstructed jaw dropping views of Palisades KT-22 and Tram Face. HOA allows short term rentals. Unbeatable value! Low HOA Dues, exterior
A sunny slopeside retreat with mountain views and true ski-in/ski-out access, right at the base of Palisades Tahoe. Residence 234 offers a sunny, second floor position within Palisades Tahoe Lodge, with filtered mountain views and true ski-in/ski-out winter access, along with hike-in/hike-out access to the trails in summer. Set right at the base of the mountain, this residence puts guests steps
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Not all Granlibakken AB units are created equal. Residence 40 is a rare ground-level configuration with private entrances and private decks on both sides, creating a more residential feel and exceptional flexibility for owners and guests alike. Thoughtfully updated and sold furnished, this lock-off floor plan offers the flexibility today's Tahoe buyers are looking for. Enjoy one side while
Positioned within Palisades Tahoe Lodge, Residence 211 is a thoughtfully designed Extended Deluxe Studio offering approximately 581 square feet of living space, along with true ski in ski out access to the same slopes that hosted the 1960 Winter Olympic Games. The open living area flows into a built-in dining nook, creating a defined space for daily living without sacrificing flow. A defined
Build Your Dream Cabin on the Truckee River. Nestled along a scenic stretch of the Truckee River just off Bridge 10, this rareriver parcel offers the perfect canvas to create your mountain getaway. Located between Truckee and Tahoe City, and justminutes from Palisades Tahoe ski resort, this serene setting combines natural beauty with unbeatable access to year-roundadventure. Whether you're
New co-ownership opportunity by Pacaso: Own one-eighth of this professionally managed, turnkey home. The Alpine sits in The Palisades community in Olympic Valley, where the Truckee River runs nearby and Palisades Tahoe's terrain is just outside the door. The two-story exterior has a snow-ready presence, with a mudroom, ski storage and a hot tub deck that make the transition from mountain to home
Built in 2016, the reimagined Klaussen Cabin is an architectural jewel set in the highly sought-after west end of Olympic Valley, with views of the legendary slopes of Palisades Tahoe. This luxury ski retreat showcases exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful detailing, and a respectful tribute to the vision of renowned architect Henrik Bull. The original cabin, constructed prior to the 1960 Winter
Charming Tahoe City 3-Bedroom | Walk to Lake Tahoe, Dining & Trails$3,200/month | 3 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms | Approximately 1,200 Sq. Ft.Experience the best of Lake Tahoe living from this charming three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom in Lower Tahoe Park. Ideally located just minutes from Tahoe City and some of the West Shore's most popular restaurants, recreation and lake
Enjoy this modern mountain condo set in an unbeatable location, less than two miles from the The Village at Palisades Tahoe! This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium is located just minutes from the Village at Palisades Tahoe that offers shopping, dining, skiing, and riding.Tastefully furnished with marble countertops, new appliances, an electric fireplace, a large dining table that
The condo is at the top of Alpine Meadows Road in the Alpine Meadows Condo HOA. It is walking distance to the Alpine Meadows parking lot and serviced by the Mountaineer Shuttle if you would prefer a free pick up and drop off. There is a 1-car garage with access through the building up to the second floor, where you'll find the condo. On the main level of the condo, you'll find the
This two bedroom, two bathroom condo is located on the third floor of the Alpine Chalet HOA condo building. Positioned at the top of Alpine Meadows Road and less than a mile from the Alpine Meadows parking lot, this is the perfect destination for Alpine and Palisades Tahoe winter enthusiasts. You could walk to Alpine, or use the free Mountaineer Shuttle to get picked up and dropped off at
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