Why Live in Historic Truckee
Historic Truckee is a vibrant neighborhood known for its mix of local favorites and tourist attractions. The Tourist Club Bar, affectionately called T-Club by locals, and Moody’s Bistro, with its jazzy vibes and craft cocktails, are popular spots. The area is dotted with boutiques, art galleries, and gift shops, while the Truckee Railroad Museum and the Museum of Truckee History offer insights into the town's past. The Old Truckee Jail Museum is also nearby. Grocery stores and the Tahoe Forest Hospital are about a mile west on Donner Pass Road. The neighborhood is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Tahoe National Forest, with the Truckee River flowing through it and Donner Lake just 3 miles west. Outdoor activities abound, with over seven ski resorts nearby and 60 miles of trails in Tahoe Donner for hiking and mountain biking. Golf courses and climbing spots like Donner Summit are also within reach. Truckee River Regional Park provides a riverside bike path, skate park, disc golf course, and amphitheater. Victorian homes with high-pitched roofs and colorful exteriors are common, many protected by the Truckee-Donner Historical Society. Schools in the area, such as Sierra Expeditionary Learning School, Truckee Elementary, Alder Creek Middle, and Truckee High, are highly rated. Despite the influx of visitors, the neighborhood maintains a local charm, especially during quieter fall and spring seasons. Traffic and noise from cars and trains can be significant, particularly near the commercial row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Historic Truckee a good place to live?
Historic Truckee is a good place to live. Historic Truckee is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Historic Truckee is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Historic Truckee has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $96,575 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 43.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Historic Truckee are renters, with 62.4% of residents renting and 37.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Historic Truckee can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Historic Truckee neighborhood guide.
Is Historic Truckee, CA a safe neighborhood?
Historic Truckee, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Historic Truckee?
The median home price in Historic Truckee is $475,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Historic Truckee. The average household income in Historic Truckee is $97K.
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Home Trends in Historic Truckee, CA
On average, homes in Historic Truckee, Truckee sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Historic Truckee, Truckee over the last 12 months is $475,000.
Median Sale Price
$475,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%