$735,000

51379 Donner Pass Rd Soda Springs, CA 95728

Total Views 840
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,768 Sq Ft
$416 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Donner Trail Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Architecture

About This Home

Mountain Freedom, No HOA's, STR's allowed, ADU potential. Back on the market at no fault of the seller. A must-see opportunity. Built on 0.99 acres on Donner Summit, this inviting mountain cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern updates. Featuring 4 bedrooms, an office, and 2.5 bathrooms, the home provides flexible space for full-time living, weekend escapes, or future expansion. The primary bedroom and en-suite bathroom are conveniently located on the main level, offering ease of living and privacy. Upstairs, two bedrooms open onto a charming Juliet balcony, enhancing the indoor-outdoor mountain feel. The back bedroom and office receive all-day sun, creating bright, inspiring spaces ideal for work, relaxation, or guests. The lower level includes a garage with expansive storage, game room potential, workshop area with workbench, laundry, and a half bath, presenting an excellent opportunity to create an attached additional unit. Recent updates throughout the home include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, and fresh interior paint. Both bathrooms have been tastefully upgraded with new cabinetry and finishes. The heart of the home is the spacious great room, ideal for gathering and making lasting memories. A beautifully designed kitchen features butcher block countertops and bar top, tile backsplash, copper hammered sink, and pantry, combining warmth and functionality. The bear claw wood stove and stone hearth create a cozy retreat to unwind after a day on the slopes, while wood trim and exposed beams add timeless mountain character. Step outside onto the sunny back deck to enjoy fresh alpine air, a wooded yard, and seasonal creeks. The property is partially off-grid, equipped with a private well, over-engineered pump, and septic system, offering independence and peace of mind. Enjoy the mountain freedom with no HOA fees or restrictions Ideally located near world-class ski resorts, Sugar Bowl, Donner Ski Ranch, Soda Springs, Woodward, Royal Gorge xc ski resort, the Pacific Crest Trail, hiking, mountain biking trails, and lakes; this property serves as the perfect launch pad for your mountain mecca. A horseshoe driveway provides ample parking and easy year-round-access. A rare opportunity to own a versatile, updated retreat in one of the Sierra’s most sought-after alpine settings.

Listing Agent

Beth Tanhoff

Engel & Volkers Truckee License #02051671 Listed on: 02/28/2026

Engel & Volkers Truckee

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 43,124 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,768 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Workshop
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Green Energy Fireplace or Wood Stove
  • Multiple Outdoor Decks

Community Details

  • Donner Summit Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0.99 Acres

Listing Details

  • Age: 40+ Years
  • Estimated Lot Size: .76 - 1.50
  • Community: Donner Summit
  • Directions: I-80 Kingvale Exit, East on Donner Pass, approx 0.8 mi on the right. Soda Springs exit approx 2.4mi
  • Number of Acres: 0.99
  • Service Type: Full Service
  • Setting: Street
  • Sub-Area: 8DS
  • Sub-Status: Standard
  • Topography: Level, Upslope, Gentle
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Zoning: R1
  • Cross Street: Rusty Lane
  • Other: Pantry
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Estimated Sq Ft: ASSESSOR
  • Architecture: Mountain
  • Out Buildings: No
  • Property Condition: Used
  • Sign YN: Y
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard, Wood Stove
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1768
  • Stories: Three
  • Water Company: Well
  • Gas: Propane
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Bonus Rooms: Office, Workshop, 1 Ensuite
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Freestanding
  • Furnished: Partial
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Wood Stove: Living Room, Freestanding
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Wood
  • Main Floor Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • View: Wooded
  • Construction Exterior: Framed, Wooded
  • Foundation: Perim Concrete, Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • Decks: 3 or more
  • Construction Phase: FINISHED

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: One
  • Garage/Parking: Attached

Utilities

  • Laundry: Room, Garage

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 34
  • Lot Dimensions: 390

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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 $6,189 $512,018 $45,510 $466,508
2024 $6,169 $501,979 $44,618 $457,361
2023 $6,169 $492,138 $43,744 $448,394
2022 $6,062 $482,489 $42,887 $439,602
2021 $5,734 $473,030 $42,047 $430,983
2020 $5,699 $468,180 $41,616 $426,564
2019 $5,727 $459,000 $40,800 $418,200
2018 $5,524 $450,000 $40,000 $410,000
2017 $2,979 $229,622 $33,762 $195,860
2016 $2,957 $225,120 $33,100 $192,020
2015 $2,642 $221,739 $32,603 $189,136
2014 $2,642 $217,397 $31,965 $185,432
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/27/2026 03/27/26 For Sale $735,000 0.0% $416 / Sq Ft
03/21/2026 03/21/26 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2026 02/28/26 For Sale $735,000 +63.3% $416 / Sq Ft
10/31/2017 10/31/17 Sold $450,000 -5.3% $255 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/07/2017 09/07/17 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2017 07/14/17 For Sale $475,000 -- $269 / Sq Ft
Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $450,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $170,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $337,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20260253

Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

APN: 047-120-034-000

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