$1,395,000

490 Winding Creek Rd Olympic Valley, CA 96146

Estimated payment $8,447/month

Total Views 1,265
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
$918 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • A-Frame Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Tahoe Lake Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Loft

About This Home

Nestled in the heart of Olympic Valley, just minutes from world-class skiing at Palisades Tahoe, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom mountain cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. With easy winter access, the home features warm wood interiors, soaring ceilings, and a spacious open-concept living area with a cozy wood-burning stove—ideal for apres-ski evenings or year-round mountain living. A versatile loft overlooks the great room and provides the perfect space for a den, home office, additional sleeping area, or reading nook. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the dining and living areas for effortless entertaining. Step outside to the deck and breathe the mountain air while enjoying grilling on the built in barbeque or a soak in the hot tub. The two-car garage offers room for gear storage and vehicles, making this home a true basecamp for adventure. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, weekend escape, or investment property, this charming Olympic Valley cabin is waiting for you.

Listing Agent

Chiara Gajar

Lawrence Realty License #01250248 Listed on: 07/12/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Ronald Gajar

Lawrence Realty License #01476946

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,335

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • A-Frame Home
  • Flat Roof Shape

Interior Spaces

  • 1,520 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furniture Can Be Negotiated
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Utility District

Community Details

  • Olympic Valley Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,335

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Age: 40+ Years
  • Estimated Lot Size: .26 - .5
  • Community: Olympic Valley
  • Directions: Olympic Valley Rd., right on Winding Creek, house on left
  • Number of Acres: 0.31
  • Service Type: Full Service
  • Setting: Street
  • Sub-Area: 6SV
  • Sub-Status: Standard
  • Topography: Gentle
  • Other: Landscaping
  • Sewer: Utility District
  • Estimated Sq Ft: ASSESSOR
  • Architecture: Modified A-Frame
  • Sign YN: Y
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1520
  • Stories: Two
  • Water Company: OVPSD
  • Gas: Propane
  • Water: Utility District
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Bonus Rooms: Loft
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Wood Stove: Living Room, Freestanding
  • Floor Coverings: Mixed

Exterior Features

  • View: Wooded, Mountain
  • Roof: Flat
  • Decks: 1
  • Construction Phase: FINISHED

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Two
  • Garage/Parking: Attached

Utilities

  • Laundry: Hall

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,335 $935,833 $280,746 $655,087
2023 $10,335 $899,496 $269,846 $629,650
2022 $10,022 $881,859 $264,555 $617,304
2021 $9,646 $864,568 $259,368 $605,200
2020 $9,664 $855,704 $256,709 $598,995
2019 $9,767 $838,926 $251,676 $587,250
2018 $9,208 $822,478 $246,742 $575,736
2017 $9,038 $806,352 $241,904 $564,448
2016 $8,948 $790,542 $237,161 $553,381
2015 $8,772 $778,668 $233,599 $545,069
2014 $8,517 $763,416 $229,024 $534,392
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $1,395,000 -- $918 / Sq Ft
Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $725,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $425,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $474,000 New Conventional
Closed $580,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $182,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $180,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $154,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20251603

Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

APN: 096-252-016