Houses for sale in South Lake Tahoe, Black Bart Area

February 6, 2009

The Black Bart area in South Lake Tahoe is located between the Sierra Tract and Pioneer Trail. Black Bart is a very small area, and has less than 200 homes. There  are currently only 5 houses for sale on the South Lake Tahoe MLS in the Black Bart area.

 

Black Bart connects Sierra Blvd. to Pioneer trail, so houses in the Black Bart area have easy access to either of Tahoe’s major roads, Hwy 50 and Pioneer trail. The central location of the Black Bart area also

Google Earth picture of Black Bart

Google Earth picture of Black Bart

 provides quick access to Heavenly Valley, the casinos, and South Lake Tahoe’s great beaches.

On the South Side of Black Bart is Lake Christopher and Trout Creek meadow. Houses located on the meadow can have great meadow and mountain views. On the north side of Black Bart is another meadow, and the South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District plant. Some of the houses on the north side of Black Bart may view the plant, which will affect the homes value. Many of the houses in the Black Bart area are amongst large pine trees, neighbor other homes, and offer a peaceful setting.

Houses in the Black Bart area range from small cabins to newer and remodeled homes. The prices currently range from $200,000 to $700,000, and the average is around $400,000. There were only two houses that sold in 2008 in the Black Bart area, so the statistics do not mean much, but I will give them anyways.

  • In 2008 there were 2 houses sold (down from 5 in 2007)
  • The median sales price was $452,250 (up from $375,000 in 2007)
  • The average price per square foot was $266
  • The median days on the market was 94 days (down from 159 in 2007)

Currently there are 5 houses listed in the Black Bart area on the South Lake Tahoe mls. Out of the 5 houses for sale, 2 are in escrow. One of the houses in escrow is a short sale, and one is a foreclosure.

  • The current average list price is $440,780
  • The current median list price is $519,900
  • The average price per square foot is $243
  • The average days on the market for the current listings is 97

If you are looking at purchasing real estate in South Lake Tahoe, make sure that you include the Black Bart area in your search. If you can find a house for sale on the meadow or if you are a first time home buyer looking for a starter home or a great deal on a foreclosure for sale in South Lake Tahoe, this is a great area.

Here are some pictures of houses in the Black Bart area from the South Lake Tahoe MLS.

                                                                                  

This South Lake Tahoe Real Estate blog post was written by Brent Johnson. For more information about houses for sale in South Lake Tahoe, the South Lake Tahoe mls, or how you can get a great deal on a foreclosure for sale in South Lake Tahoe, contact Brent and Jill Johnson today!

Sierra Tract Area Real Estate in South Lake Tahoe

January 28, 2009

The Sierra Tract area offers buyers some of the most affordable homes for sale in South Lake Tahoe. Houses in the Sierra Tract are now priced in the upper $100,000’s for a small cabin or a foreclosure, up to the $600,000’s for a new home. The current median price for a house in the Sierra Tract is $279,000.

The Sierra Tract is located in the center of South Lake Tahoe between the Truckee River and Trout Creek Meadows. The streets that boarder the meadows have great mountain views,

Google Earth Sierra Tract

Google Earth Sierra Tract

meadow views, and can back National Forest Land. Most of the houses in the Sierra Tract are situated on 5,000 square foot lots in a “block” style subdivision, and back up to another home.

Weather you are a first time home buyer,  or you are looking for an entry level area to invest in South Lake Tahoe Real Estate, the Sierra Tract is the perfect area. The Sierra Tract has easy access from both Highway 50 and Pioneer Trail which means that you will have no trouble getting to Heavenly Valley, the casinos, or the sandy beaches of Lake Tahoe.

The Sierra Tract also has multi-family properties along with single family homes. There are a few apartment style buildings along Sierra Blvd., and there are also some duplexes scattered around the area.

The Sierra Tract continues to have one of the highest percentages of foreclosures in South Lake Tahoe. Out of the 30 houses that sold in 2008 in the Sierra Tract, 10 were foreclosures. Currently there are 27 houses for sale in the Sierra Tract, 7 of which are foreclosures.

Here are the 2008 single family South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Statistics for the Sierra Tract Area:

  • There were 30 houses sold in 2008 (19 houses in 2007)
  • 10 of the sold houses were foreclosures
  • Median sales price $260,000 (16% less than 2007 which was $309,000)
  • Average sales price $306,005
  • Median square footage was 1150 sf.
  • Average square footage was 1281 sf.
  • Median list price of sold houses was $265,125
  • Average list price of sold houses was $318,500
  • Average days on market was 164 (121 days in 2007)
  • Median price per square foot was $226
  • Average price per square foot was $239

Currently there are 27 houses for sale in the Sierra Tract on the South Lake Tahoe MLS.

  • Current average list price is $329,307
  • Current median list price is $279,000
  • Current average square footage is 1302
  • Current median square footage is 1008
  • Current average price per square foot is $252.92

                  Here are some pictures of houses in the Sierra Tract area listed on the South Lake Tahoe MLS.

This South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Blog was posted by Brent Johnson, South Lake Tahoe Realtor. For all of your  South Lake Tahoe Real Estate needs, questions about the South Lake Tahoe MLS, or foreclosures in South Lake Tahoe, please contact me today!

Foreclosure listings in South Lake Tahoe

January 17, 2009

2680 Rose $189,900

This  new foreclosure listing in South Lake Tahoe is one of the lowest priced single family homes on the market! Located in the Sierra Tract, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath 799 square foot house would be a perfect first home or an economical vacation home.

  • New carpet, paint and lino
  • Foreclosure in South Lake Tahoe
  • Located in the Sierra Tract
  • 799 square feet
  • Flat 5000 square foot lot

 

For more information about foreclosures in South Lake Tahoe, the South Lake Tahoe MLS, or real estate in South Lake Tahoe, please contact Brent and Jill Johnson today!

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Sierra Tract House for Sale in South Lake Tahoe

January 6, 2009

This newer custom home was just listed on the South Lake Tahoe MLS.  Make sure to view our website to see all of the new Houses for sale in South Lake Tahoe listed by Brent and Jill Johnson!

 

 
Jill Johnson | Chase International South Tahoe Realty | 530-416-2626
1236 Stockton St., South Lake Tahoe, CA
Gorgeous newer home in the heart of South Lake Tahoe.
3BR/2.5BA Single Family House
 
offered at $599,000
Year Built 2004
Sq Footage 2,164
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial
Floors 2
Parking 2 Car garage
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $0 per month
DESCRIPTION

Reduced $50,000 Specatular Mountain Style Custom Home. Built as a contractors personal home with attention to detail and tons of upgrades. Custom features include Hickory cabinets, doors and finish.6″ hickory hand scraped hardwood floors, granite slab counter tops, G.E. Monogram stainless steel appliances including a 48′ Monogram built in refrigerator, river rock gas fireplace, Large 17′ deck with log accents, full wrap old growth cedar siding. Must see to appreciate the beauty and details. 
 
see additional photos below
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central heat Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling
Walk-in closet Hardwood floor Tile floor
Family room Living room Bonus/Rec room
Dining room Dishwasher Refrigerator
Stove/Oven Microwave Granite countertop
Stainless steel appliances Washer Dryer
Laundry area - inside Yard Jacuzzi/Whirlpool
OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Built in 48″ Monogram refrigerator
Hand scraped Hickory Hardwood flooring
Log Accents
ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:
Jill Johnson
Chase International South Tahoe Realty
530-416-2626
For sale by agent/broker

 

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This new listing was provided by South Lake Tahoe Real Estate agents Brent and Jill Johnson. If you are looking at new houses for sale in South Lake Tahoe, this custom Tahoe home is a must see! Built by a local building contractor as his own  home, this South Tahoe home was built with quality, attention to detail, and pride. If you would like to set up an appointment to view this house or any other houses for sale in South Lake Tahoe, give Brent and Jill Johnson a call today. We are here to assist you with any questions that you may have regarding South Lake Tahoe real estate, the South Lake Tahoe mls, or foreclosures for sale in South Lake Tahoe!