Here's a smart investment opportunity for long-term value at a price that stands out among recent two-bedroom home sales in the area. Extensively remodeled and privately set back from the street, this move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath mountain home combines Donner Lake views, thoughtful upgrades, and exceptional future potential. The light-filled interior has been extensively refreshed with an updated kitchen and appliances, renovated bathrooms, new windows, flooring, and interior doors. Beyond the home itself, the property offers meaningful upside. The flat, usable lot includes previously approved plans for a 536-square-foot two-car garage with a one-bedroom ADU above, complete with a kitchen, full bathroom, and living area. Approximately 428 square feet of additional coverage may also be available, offering flexibility to pursue an expanded design, subject to Town approval. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend mountain retreat, or an investment property for seasonal rentals, 13620 Donner Pass Road offers a rare combination of immediate enjoyment and future potential. Conveniently located near Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, miles of hiking and biking trails, and local dining, this property delivers both lifestyle and long-term value.
For sale
Price cut: $16K (6/17)
$749,000
13620 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
2beds
1,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$723,500 Zestimate®
$688/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flat usable lotNew windowsRenovated bathroomsUpdated kitchen and appliancesDonner lake viewsLight-filled interior
- 127 days |
- 2,643 |
- 95 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin R Swett 530-550-2000,
Tahoe Mountain Realty
Source: TSMLS,MLS#: 20260530
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Propane, Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Mud Room, Air Lock Entry, 1 Ensuite
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Woodstove: Living Room, Pellet, Thermostat
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,088
- Total interior livable area: 1,088 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Parking Pad
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Few Steps
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck(s): None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x125x52x125
- Features: Street
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 018362012000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Used,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Utility District
- Water: Utility District
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Donner Lake
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Truckee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $688/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $780,300
- Price range: $749K - $749K
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
Estimated market value
$723,500
$687,000 - $760,000
$4,022/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $749,000-2.1%$688/sqft |
Source:  TSMLS #20260530 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $765,000$703/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20260530 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2024 | Sold | $765,000$703/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20242299 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Pending sale | $765,000$703/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20242299 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $765,000+77.9%$703/sqft |
Source: TSMLS #20242299 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,600$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2020 | Sold | $430,000$395/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $780,300 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,522 +26.1% | $765,000 +33.5% |
| 2024 | $8,345 +2.1% | $573,051 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,176 +4.1% | $561,816 +907% |
| 2022 | $7,856 +226.8% | $55,790 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,404 -37.5% | $54,697 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,848 +1.8% | $54,137 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,782 +22.9% | $53,076 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,076 +3% | $52,037 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,987 +1.4% | $51,018 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,944 +4.7% | $50,018 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,811 +1.3% | $49,268 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,776 | $48,304 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $48,086 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,144 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $46,221 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $45,877 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $45,987 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $45,086 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $44,203 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $43,338 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $42,489 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $41,657 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $40,894 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $40,093 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $39,308 |
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Neighborhood: 96161
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Truckee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Alder Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 9/10Tahoe Truckee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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