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Welcome to Paradise Real Estate

I believe that access to the best and most timely information can dramatically shape your Lake Tahoe real estate experience. Because of this I have worked very hard to create a Lake Tahoe real estate website that helps you get the information you are looking for quickly. Please select Google+ here to help me help you even more:

Lake Tahoe Homes for Sale

I am passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. With my extensive knowledge in every aspect of Lake Tahoe real estate, fueled by market research and insight, I am able to be your trusted local resource.  I offer personalized services in your search of Lake Tahoe homes for sale.  On my website, with groundbreaking web features, you can easily find lakefront and luxury homes  for sale as well as the most extensive list of all homes for sale on both the California and Nevada sides of the lake.  My listings of homes are updated every hour from the local Real Estate MLS! Get to know the Tahoe neighborhoods by reading my descriptions and view them on my Map Search.

The Neighborhoods of South Lake Tahoe

Many home buyers aren’t aware of the neighborhoods of Lake Tahoe, so in order for them to better understand the attributes of each one I added a great feature – video tours and reviews of all South Lake Tahoe, CA neighborhoods!  You can find them on my neighborhood video page or on the neighborhood page.  You can learn all about areas such as the Tahoe Keys, Glenbrook and Pioneer Trail neighborhoods.

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market

The Lake Tahoe real estate market continues to be very busy, with increasing sales, increasing interest in buying a Lake Tahoe home and a decreasing inventory of homes for sale. With the most recent sales going through the roof, many experts believe just as I do, that now is the time to purchase a home in Lake Tahoe. Even homes sales of luxury homes in the higher end market, like the Glenbrook and Tahoe Keys neighborhood are remaining strong.

In May, 2013, the 74 closed sales of homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA was 7.2% more than sales in May of 2012.  There were 783 closed sales over the last 12 months which is 12.7% more than the previous year.  The median price of sold homes was $272,500,  up 11% from May of 2012.  When taking the last 12 months into consideration, the median was up from the same period last year (11.8%) and with a consistent upwards growth since February, 2012, this should continue to grow.  There is a rapidly decreasing number of homes for sale (down 38.2% ) so you’ll continue to see the following scenario:

• Interest from home buyers in the Lake Tahoe area
• Increased median sales price

We also continue to see some multiple offers and interest from home buyers. With the decreasing number of Lake Tahoe homes for sale we should start seeing closed sales to start declining.  There just aren’t many homes available.

Look at all the homes for sale in Lake Tahoe, and if you see something you like and aren’t in the area to tour it, I offer a “Preview-Review” service.  I will complete a narrated video tour of the home…it will be like you’re there and seeing it for the first time!  If you want more information on any home or subject on my website please contact Dan Spano direct.

Lake Tahoe Neighborhood Highlight: Tahoe Island Park

The Tahoe Island Park Neighborhood is located at the entrance to the Tahoe Keys area and known by locals as the "State Streets" since most of the streets are named after states. Lake Tahoe Real Estate in the Tahoe Island Drive Neighborhood Homes in the Tahoe Island Park area vary from chalets and cabins to newer contemporary homes. Most homes though are older and well kept. The average lot size is 6,000 square feet and the average home size is from 1,000...Continue Reading!

The Chateau Project Redevelopment in South Lake Tahoe – Positive News

Over the last six years many locals have named the Chateau Project area "the hole." Lake Tahoe visitors also wonder what is going on in this construction site on the California and Nevada border next to Harvey's Resort. This area rests right on the state line boarding Highway 50 and Stateline Avenue. This is the location my office was originally located for over 20 years before I was forced to move due to imminent domain. My new location in the...Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe Housing Market: Summer acceleration or summer slowdown?

With the temperatures rising will we start to see a cooling of the active real estate market in Lake Tahoe? Not likely.  Since the home buying pace during spring was so crazy I kept waiting to see signs that sales were going to start leveling off. California has the 4 most competitive housing markets Lake Tahoe is still seeing  multiple offers but nothing like the housing markets in other areas like Orange County, San Francisco, San Diego and Los Angeles. In Orange...Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe Nevada Real Estate sales report for May

We continue to see increasing home sales in South Lake Tahoe on both sides of the state line.  I wrapped up May's sales figures on the California side in a article earlier this week so now it's time to look at just the Lake Tahoe Nevada sales report. Closed Home Sales on the Rise In May of 2013 there were 24 closed sales of homes. This is up from last year when 17 homes sold.  It is even more obvious of how...Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe Neighborhood Highlight: Tahoe Paradise

Tahoe Paradise is a South Lake Tahoe, California neighborhood located in a pocket area between the Meyers and Pioneer Trail Neighborhoods.  This gateway to trails and open forests is the perfect place for the active sportsman as well as those seeking a peaceful home in the middle of nature. Lake Tahoe Real Estate in the Tahoe Paradise Neighborhood The homes in Tahoe Paradise range from small cabins to large homes on larger lots than ones you'll normally find within the city limits....Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Review for May 2013

Median price of homes sold continues to increase The median sales prices for homes sold in the month of May of 2013 rose 11% from May of 2012 to $272,500. The median price for the last 12 months was $265,000, the same as last month and an 11.8% increase over the previous year. Closed sales rise There were 74 closed sales in May of this year, up 7.2% over May of last year.  Over the last 12 months there were 783 closed sales...Continue Reading!

Luxury Homes Sales in Lake Tahoe: Are sales up or down?

Since overall sales of homes in South Lake Tahoe are on the rise, one would expect the same for luxury homes (those priced over $1,000,000). One would also assume that sales are increasing more than those of lower priced homes because of the recovering economy.  Let's look at the information and come up with an answer: Luxury Homes for sale in Lake Tahoe Luxury homes can be found for sale in many of Lake Tahoe's neighborhoods.  Some are lakefront, some are lakeview...Continue Reading!

Is it time to buy a Lake Tahoe vacation home?

I've been writing about how busy our real estate market is in Lake Tahoe, how inventory is down, prices are starting to rise, sales are up and interest in buying continues to grow for months now.  But, how is this compared to the rest of communities in the US that are considered prime vacation home locations? According to the USA Today's article on May 26,  everyone else is just like Lake Tahoe.  While the speed in how our market isn't improving...Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe NV. Neighborhood Highlight: Round Hill

Round Hill is a small neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe nestled in between Highway 50 and the mountains on the Nevada side of the lake.  It is an intimate neighborhood with single family homes and condos. It's proximity to the lake, downtown and outdoor activities makes it a consistently popular area. Residents can walk to the Round Hill Shopping Center and to the beach as they enjoy the sunny southwest exposure the neighborhood affords. Hiking and biking trails are nearby,...Continue Reading!

Lake Tahoe House Hunting Checklist – The Top 10 Things to Know

A home is probably the biggest expense you'll have in your lifetime so when buying a home you'll want to make sure you're making the right choice. Searching for real estate in Lake Tahoe is much like any other place but the weather does create a few extra things to look at when considering the purchase of a home. House Hunting Checklist Cast your eye high and low, to and fro, to spot cracks or leaks outside of your normal field of...Continue Reading!