$1,075,000
$90K PRICE DROP

8438 Dolly Varden Ave Kings Beach, CA 96143

Estimated payment $6,734/month

Total Views 1,299
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,960 Sq Ft
$548 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Pier
  • Kings Beach Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ski Accessible
  • Attached Guest House

About This Home

Looking for a nice home and apartment to rent all in one?? Check out this nice Residential Opportunity in the Heart of Tahoe’s North Shore! Versatile home with income potential or multi-generational living! Centrally located in the heart of Tahoe’s desirable North Shore, this unique property offers two separate living spaces, parking for four, and a large fenced yard—perfect for full-time living, vacation use, or investment. Downstairs Unit (3 Bed / 2 Bath) Spacious single-level layout with hardwood floors and a large stone fireplace Updated kitchen with open-concept living and dining area Private deck off the primary bedroom, also accessible from the kitchen/laundry Covered front porch entry for year-round convenience Upstairs Unit (1 Bed / 1 Bath) Charming loft-style ceilings with skylight and dormer windows Bright and airy with great natural light Private entry deck off the kitchen Additional Features One-car garage/workshop with concrete floor and built-in storage Backyard shed for tools and gear Fully fenced yard—ideal for pets, gardening, or entertaining Current tenants would love to stay—great investment potential! Tahoe's Northshore offers homeowners recreation benefits including tennis, pickleball, x-country skiing tracks, bike trails, hiking, boat launch area, paddleboard and kayak storage at the beach, walkable community, and more. Old Brockway Golf Course is only a few blocks away. Fine dining and simple, good food, delis and restaurants, and sandy beach fun are all nearby. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other, host extended guests, or generate passive income, this home offers flexibility and value in a prime Tahoe location.

Listing Agent

Sue Daniels

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01066252 Listed on: 07/01/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,436

Year Built

  • Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x75
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,960 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Workshop
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Pad

Outdoor Features

  • Pier
  • Multiple Outdoor Decks

Additional Homes

  • Attached Guest House

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window

Community Details

Overview

  • North Laketahoe Community

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Ski Accessible

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,436

Year Built

Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Age: 40+ Years
  • Estimated Lot Size: .26 - .5
  • Community: North LakeTahoe
  • Directions: Mid town access from all directions. Call for appointments 24 hours notice.
  • Number of Acres: 0.22
  • Service Type: Full Service
  • Setting: Street
  • Sub-Area: 1SO
  • Sub-Status: Standard
  • Topography: Gentle
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Cross Street: Bear Street
  • Other: Rental History, High Speed Internet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: ASSESSOR
  • Architecture: Mountain
  • Gated: No
  • Out Buildings: Yes, See Remarks
  • Property Condition: Used, Minor Remodel
  • Sign YN: y
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Handicap Friendly: Few Steps, Full Function Entry Level, Primary on Main Level, Accessible Parking, Open Floor Plan
  • Heating: Natural Gas, CFAH, Wall Unit
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1960
  • Stories: Two
  • Water Company: NTPUD
  • Gas: Natural
  • Water: Utility District
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Bonus Rooms: Great Room, Workshop, Attached ADU, 1 Ensuite
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Stone
  • Furnished: None
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Floor Coverings: Mixed

Exterior Features

  • View: Wooded
  • Construction Exterior: Framed, Wooded
  • Waterfront Amenities: Shared Pier
  • Foundation: Perim Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Decks: 3 or more
  • Construction Phase: FINISHED

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: One
  • Garage/Parking: Detached, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Laundry: Room

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Amenities: Beach Access, Tennis Courts, Cross Country Skiing, Exercise Equipment, Boat Ramp, Other/See Remarks

Fee Information

  • Mello Roos Fees: y

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 5-7
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x75

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $9,436 $721,802 $218,727 $503,075
2023 $9,436 $693,776 $210,235 $483,541
2022 $8,673 $680,173 $206,113 $474,060
2021 $8,368 $666,837 $202,072 $464,765
2020 $8,369 $660,000 $200,000 $460,000
2019 $2,565 $123,012 $25,729 $97,283
2018 $1,891 $120,601 $25,225 $95,376
2017 $1,853 $118,237 $24,731 $93,506
2016 $1,825 $115,920 $24,247 $91,673
2015 $1,788 $114,179 $23,883 $90,296
2014 $1,740 $111,944 $23,416 $88,528
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Price Changed $1,075,000 -7.7% $548 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 For Sale $1,165,000 +76.5% $594 / Sq Ft
12/10/2019 12/10/19 Sold $660,000 -5.7% --
09/13/2019 09/13/19 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2019 08/08/19 For Sale $700,000 -- --
Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $660,000 Fidelity Natl Ttl Co Of Ca
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $148,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $88,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20251484

Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

APN: 090-102-037