NOT LISTED FOR SALE

81 Observation Dr Tahoe City, CA 96145

Estimated Value: $1,939,000 - $2,254,381

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,589 Sq Ft
$809/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2021

Last sale price $1,875,000 $724 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,041/month

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Pier
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • North Tahoe School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2021

This tastefully remodeled home in Dollar Point is filled with refined finishes and fresh modern details. Enter on the main floor and be invited into the open great room with a wall of windows and sliding doors embracing the home's picturesque lake-views. The great room easily flows out onto the expansive deck creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces that is perfect for entertaining guests.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amie Quirarte

Chase International - TC License #01949978 Listed on: 09/02/2021

Chase International - TC

Last Buyer's Agent

Ricki Manahan

Allison James Estates & Homes License #01455175

Allison James Estates & Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,581

Year Built

  • Built in 1969 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.26

HOA Fees

  • $82 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,589 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Utility District

Additional Features

  • Pier
  • Lot Sloped Down

Community Details

Overview

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,581

Year Built

Built in 1969 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$82 per month

Listing Details

  • Age: 50+ Years
  • Estimated Lot Size: 0 - .255
  • Community: Tahoe City
  • Service Type: Full Service
  • Setting: Street
  • Sub-Area: 3NR
  • Sub-Status: Standard
  • Topography: Downslope
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Sewer: Utility District
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Extensive Remodel
  • Sign YN: Y
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2589
  • Stories: Two
  • Gas: Natural
  • Water: Utility District
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Bonus Rooms: Family Room, Great Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Furnished: Mostly
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Floor Coverings: Mixed

Exterior Features

  • View: Lake, Wooded
  • Construction Exterior: Framed
  • Waterfront Amenities: Buoy Limited, Shared Pier
  • Construction Phase: FINISHED

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: None

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Amenities: Beach Access, Pool, Tennis Courts, Other/See Remarks
  • HOA Fees: 980
  • HOA Dues Optional: Y
  • HOA Fee Frequency: year
  • HOA Transfer Fee: 2550
  • HOA Membership: Y
  • HOA Website: https://www.dollarpoint.org/

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2021
Closed on
Nov 10, 2021
Sold by
Belliard Audrey
Bought by
Backholm Ari and Backholm Jenni
Seller's Agent
Amie Quirarte
Chase International - TC
Buyer's Agent
Ricki Manahan
Allison James Estates & Homes
List Price
$1,975,000
Sold Price
$1,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-5.06%
Current Estimated Value
$2,094,845

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$219,845
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,376,351
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$643,817

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2021
Closed on
Oct 21, 2021
Sold by
Smit Troels
Bought by
Belliard Audrey
Seller's Agent
Amie Quirarte
Chase International - TC
Buyer's Agent
Ricki Manahan
Allison James Estates & Homes
List Price
$1,975,000
Sold Price
$1,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-5.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,376,351
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$643,817

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2016
Closed on
Jul 20, 2016
Sold by
Cole Ronald J and Cole Charlotte S
Bought by
Smit Troels and Belliard Audrey
Seller's Agent
Bard Wilmar
Sierra Sotheby's Int Realty TC
Buyer's Agent
Tilly Mezger
Chase International - Trk
List Price
$919,000
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-1.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.76%
Original Mortgage
$588,250
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2016
Sold by
Cole Ronald J and Cole Charlotte S
Bought by
Rjc & Csc Charitable Remainder Unitrust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$588,250
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Backholm Ari $1,875,000 First American Title Company
Belliard Audrey -- First American Title Company
Smit Troels -- First American Title Company
Smit Troels $905,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Rjc & Csc Charitable Remainder Unitrust -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Backholm Ari $1,500,000
Previous Owner Smit Troels $588,250
Previous Owner Cole Ronald J $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/18/2021 11/18/21 Sold $1,875,000 -3.8% $724 / Sq Ft
10/09/2021 10/09/21 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Price Changed $1,949,000 -1.3% $753 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 For Sale $1,975,000 +118.2% $763 / Sq Ft
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Sold $905,000 -1.5% $350 / Sq Ft
06/21/2016 06/21/16 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $919,000 -- $355 / Sq Ft
Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $21,581 $1,989,764 $318,362 $1,671,402
2023 $21,581 $1,912,500 $306,000 $1,606,500
2022 $21,085 $1,875,000 $300,000 $1,575,000
2021 $11,081 $970,341 $402,075 $568,266
2020 $11,092 $960,393 $397,953 $562,440
2019 $11,543 $941,562 $390,150 $551,412
2018 $10,606 $923,100 $382,500 $540,600
2017 $11,124 $905,000 $375,000 $530,000
2016 $3,263 $254,467 $61,066 $193,401
2015 $3,199 $250,645 $60,149 $190,496
2014 $3,110 $245,736 $58,971 $186,765
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amie Quirarte

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Amie Quirarte

    Chase International - TC

    (650) 290-3008

    18 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Amie Quirarte
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  • Ricki Manahan

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Ricki Manahan

    Allison James Estates & Homes

    (530) 681-8592

    16 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Ricki Manahan
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  • Bard Wilmar

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Bard Wilmar

    Sierra Sotheby's Int Realty TC

    (530) 386-3138

    6 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Bard Wilmar
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  • Tilly Mezger

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Tilly Mezger

    Chase International - Trk

    (530) 545-0587

    1 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Tilly Mezger
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Map

Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20212228

Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

APN: 093-120-010

California Placer County Tahoe City 96145

81 Observation Dr, Tahoe City, CA

This home is located at 81 Observation Dr, Tahoe City, CA 96145 since 02 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,094,845, approximately $809 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 81 Observation Dr is a home located in Placer County with nearby schools including North Tahoe School, Tahoe Lake Elementary School, and North Tahoe High School.

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