The Meadows
Neighborhood in Truckee, California
Nevada County 96161
Truckee River, Boca Reservoir and more
Roughly a 3-mile drive from the neighborhood’s eastern gate, one gravel parking lot is a surprising recreation area. “Everybody parks there off Interstate 80, where the river bends,” says Collins. “That section of the river is a favorite for fly fishermen and people wanting to cool off in the summer heat. My family went down there the other day, and it was like a community event.” Collins says the Truckee River Wildlife Area was once a hotspot for the town’s ice harvesting operation — rusty equipment can still be seen along the banks. Just south of the neighborhood, Canyon Springs is another open space with almost 300 acres. While it may face development in the 2020s, it’s a vibrant wildlife habitat with a network of hiking and biking trails for public use. Boca Reservoir is about 5 miles from the eastern gate, and its 1,000 acres are a frequent destination for boaters and fishers. Connected via Forest Service roads, Stampede and Prosser reservoirs are nearby for more water recreation. These watersheds are protected by the Tahoe National Forest, which covers 850,000-plus acres in the Truckee-Tahoe region and has individual trail networks.
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A little downtown: Historic Truckee
After the Donner Party passed through in the 1840s, Historic Truckee went from an Emigrant Trail camp to a full-blown town. Its brick buildings have housed miners, ice harvesters and railroad workers over the years, but today, they make up the town’s tourist center. Especially busy in summer, this Old-West-esque area centers on Donner Pass Road, which gets over 150,000 visitors per year. Boutiques, galleries and museums are scattered throughout, and restaurants cater to fine and casual dining. Truckee Tavern & Grill is one of the former, an upscale bistro with local ingredients and balcony seating. Coffee And is less dressy but just as tasty — it serves homestyle breakfast in a homey wood-paneled dining room. Businesses offer discounts and specials in honor of Truckee Thursday, which runs from June through August. Local organizations set up booths along the main street, and live music and games accompany them. While this district’s attractions are worth the drive for many, it’s about 7 miles west of The Meadows. Closer places, namely Glenshire General Store and Glenshire Pizza Company, are about 2 miles west on Glenshire Drive.
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Mountain chalets zoned for horses
Different from close-together homes in Glenshire, wooded estates in The Meadows put a lot of space between neighbors. These one and two-story mountain chalets often have lengthy driveways that retreat into the trees, and lawns are sometimes big enough for a horse pen. Facades usually feature exposed beams, metal roofs, large porches and expansive windows. They were mostly built in the 1980s and ‘90s, but some have been renovated. Most homes have views of the surrounding mountains, and those in the east and west have clearer views of the Truckee River. Along the neighborhood’s north side, often lumped in with The Meadows, Buckhorn Ridge offers even more spacious lots and elevated views of the Boca Reservoir. Homes are bigger here — there may only be three or four per street. Collins says buyers can expect between $2.2 million and $3 million across both areas, but listings are extremely rare. Yearly dues are paid to The Meadows Homeowners Association, who contract Sierra Mountain Management to plow roads.
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Walkable streets, close to Interstate 80
The Meadows sits on top of a hill, so its streets are relatively flat and walkable. They don’t get much through traffic, despite gates being open during the day. The eastern gate is accessible off Archery View, and the western gate is accessible off Glenshire Drive. They’re both on Whitehorse Road, one of the neighborhood’s main roads. This street combines with Stallion Way to form a loop, and in the north, Filly Lane breaks off into Buckhorn Ridge. While all these thoroughfares are walkable, cars are the most common way to get around the Truckee-Tahoe region, and snow chains are required with 150 inches of annual snow. Glenshire Drive goes 7 miles west into downtown Truckee and a mile north to Interstate 80. This freeway runs along the northern valley, and it’s the main route in and out of town. While construction and tourist traffic might cause backups, Reno is 25 miles east, and Sacramento is 110 miles west.All A’s for Truckee-Tahoe Schools
About a mile from the neighborhood’s western gate, Glenshire Elementary is walkable and bikeable. Niche gives it an A and ranks it as the third-best public elementary school in greater Reno. While this school serves kindergarten through fifth grade, Sierra Expeditionary Learning is a public charter for kindergarten through eighth grade. It’s 8 miles west in downtown Truckee. Niche gives it another A and ranks it No. 1 for public high schools in the Reno area. Alder Creek Middle is also close to downtown, and it gets an A-minus. Truckee High is nearby, too, with an A rating. Its Career Technical Education pathways include sports medicine and engineering technology.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Megan Evans
Megan Evans
COMPASS
(530) 539-2501
118 Total Sales
3 in The Meadows
$1.6M - $2.5M Price Range
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Tilly Mezger
Tilly Mezger
Chase International - Trk
(530) 494-3616
66 Total Sales
2 in The Meadows
$1.8M - $2.5M Price Range
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Nathan Riedel
Nathan Riedel
Engel & Volkers Truckee
(530) 557-3889
101 Total Sales
1 in The Meadows
$1,600,000 Price
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Chris Fajkos
Chris Fajkos
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 488-5970
49 Total Sales
1 in The Meadows
$1,450,000 Price
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Val Videgain
Val Videgain
Coldwell Banker Realty
(530) 557-3783
125 Total Sales
1 in The Meadows
$1,500,000 Price
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Mitch Clarin
Mitch Clarin
Mitch Clarin, Broker
(916) 587-8301
63 Total Sales
1 in The Meadows
$1,500,000 Price
Schools
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | The Meadows | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
The Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,395,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,395,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$648
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
42
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1989
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,210
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
37,897
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
126
Median Age
43
Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$130,000
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,284
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
54%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.5%
% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
153''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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