Kings Beach Farmers’ Market – 2013

May 17, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Kings Beach Farmers’ Market – 2013

A sure sign that summer 2013 has arrived in North Lake Tahoe is the return of the Kings Beach Farmers’ Market. You may not know that our local Kings Beach Farmers’ Market program will begin on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 and run through Tuesday, August 27, 2013.

Local farmers and merchants from the Auburn foothill area and the greater North Lake Tahoe area bring in their goods for sale to downtown Kings Beach, California.

Items that you may find depending on the season are breads, pastries, jams, vinegar, olive oils, artesian cheeses, meat, fish, honey, nuts, flowers, herbs, onions, beets, kale, chard, arugula, lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes, artichokes, asparagus, tomatoes, apples, strawberries, blue berries, black berries, apricots, peaches, depending on the season you’ll find a great assortment of fresh food, not to mention vendors.

There are also non-perishables for sale which may include clothing, jewelry, soaps, lotions, and there is always the surprise of a new vendor!

If you you’re in the mood for something to eat right now, you’ll find specialty food vendors, which vary from week to week, but you may find crepes, kettle corn, Indian food, and cupcakes!

This group is part of the Foothill Farmers’ Market and they provide Farmers’ Markets in the Roseville, Rocklin, Granite Bay, Folsom, Auburn and now for the summer season Tahoe City Farmers’ Market on Thursday mornings, which starts May 23, 2013, Truckee Thursdays (evening), which begins June 13, 2013. and Kings Beach. It’s a great combination of nearby area farmers and local Tahoe vendors.

You’ll find the Kings Beach Farmers’ Market every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following location:

Kings Beach Farmers’ Market – Highway 28 and Bear Street, June 25, 2013 – August 27, 2013

If you’ll be in the greater Kings Beach area on any Tuesday between June 25 through the end of August, watch for the signs in downtown Kings Beach and make sure to stop by the Kings Beach Farmers Market! It’s a great way to spend a few hours and enjoy being here in Lake Tahoe.

See you at the Farmers’ Market in Kings Beach, California this year!

Ready to make Kings Beach your second home? Check out what is for sale here:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260 | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Kings Beach Farmers’ Market – 2013

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

May 10, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

It’s been cool, okay cold the last week here in Lake Tahoe. We’ve had great spring weather and our normally clear blue sunny skies have been over cast, cloudy, and we’ve had rain. So the sunshine yesterday and today were greeted with open arms.

Today while I was on my West Shore Lake Tahoe bike ride, I saw this boat pulling this water skier. While the calendar says it’s still early May, our great spring weather has boater and water skiers returning to Lake Tahoe early this year.

If you haven’t made your plans to spend some time up here in Tahoe City, now is the time to get organized and plan a trip up here.

Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner, which is the unofficial opening of our summer season. Don’t forget our local Farmer’s Market will return and start-up again in just a couple of weeks.

This summer there will be free outdoor movie series in Tahoe City and Squaw Valley, and if you’re looking for music you’ll want to check out the Jazz concerts in Squaw Valley, along with the free music concerts in Tahoe City and Kings Beach. Last, but not least, don’t forget Truckee Thursday’s where you’ll get a great street fair with vendors, music, food, and a lot of fun!

There is so much to enjoy in Lake Tahoe during our warmer months you’ll want to make sure to plan to spend some time here.

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe during the month of May is a great sign that we’re going to have a long summer season here in Lake Tahoe!

Thinking about making Tahoe City, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Tahoe City here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Tahoe City? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260 | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Spring Water Skiing in Lake Tahoe – May 2013

Tahoe City Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

May 8, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Tahoe City Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

It’s that time of year to review how the Tahoe City, California real estate market has performed for the first four months of 2013. Here is the Tahoe City, California homes for sale Market Report for the January 1, 2013 through April 30, 2013 period.

Tahoe City Homes Sold Market Report – May 2013:

Sold Sales: Tahoe City area had 20 single family homes sold for the first four months of 2013. The Tahoe City single family home sales price has remained flat in 2013 with a slight 1% increase with an average median homes sales price of $580,000 compared to the entire 2013 year.

The current absence of any distressed home sellers in the Tahoe City market is good news for sellers and price stabilization should continue in 2013.

The median average days on market was 83 DOM.

Cash Sale Transactions: The number of cash sale transactions for the Tahoe City area has declined to 25%, which 1 out of every 4 home sold in the Tahoe City area was a cash buyer.

Absorption Rate: The current single family home absorption rate for the Tahoe City area is at 7.8 months, which indicates a Buyers’ market dancing with becoming a Balanced Market as of 05/03/2013.

Distress Sales: Distress sellers (bank foreclosures- Real Estate Owned (REO’s) and short sales) decreased to 15% of all homes sold in 2013, which is a primary reason for the market improvement in the Tahoe City area. With the absence of short sales and REO/Bank Foreclosures no longer dominating the Tahoe City market, we can expect prices to stabilize and move up.

Active Homes for Sale in Tahoe City: There are thirty-nine (39) Active– available homes for sale in the Tahoe City area as of 05/03/2013. They ranged in price from $299,000 to $16,800,000, with an average median asking sales price of $897,500.

The current inventory levels for the Tahoe City area are extremely limited. Of the thirty-nine (39) homes offered for sale, there are none (Zero – 0) short sales, and no (Zero – 0) REO (Bank Foreclosure) listings, – 0% of the current listings are distressed, which is a clear sign that the Tahoe City market has stabilized and has turned around.

Pending Home Sales: There are eleven (11) pending home sales in the Tahoe City area and they range in price from $329,000 to $7,950,000. There is one (1) short sales, and one (1) REO/Bank Foreclosure.

If you’d like more information on the Tahoe City area, or would like to know what your Tahoe City area home, cabin, or lakefront property may be worth, call Laura Allen at 530.414.1260.

More about Tahoe City, California:

The Tahoe City community is located at the junction of Highway 89 South and Highway 28. The commercial downtown area of Tahoe City is located along Highway 28, on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. As you pass over the Truckee River outlet, you’ll still be in Tahoe City, but you’re now on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe.

The Tahoe City area has some neighborhoods that are walking distance to the public beaches, and the downtown area.

Tahoe City also has several neighborhoods which have properties that offer good lake views like Talmont, Tahoe Woods, Panorama Estates, The Highlands, and Dollar Point.

Tahoe City is a great place to spend the day, and during the summer months you’ll find a local Farmers’ market (Thursday mornings), free movies at Commons Beach (Wednesday evenings), and free music concerts also at Commons Beach (Sunday afternoon).

Tahoe City is easily accessed all year-long and is a nice mix of full-time residents and second home owners. Some of the more well-known neighborhoods in the Tahoe City, California area are:

Tahoe City Homes for Sale

If you’re looking for a great central North Lake Tahoe location that is close to Truckee, Homewood, Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley, and all of the wonderful amenities that the greater Lake Tahoe area has to offer, check out the Tahoe City community!

Real estate market conditions are improving for homes for sale in the Tahoe City area.

Thinking about making Lake Tahoe, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale in Lake Tahoe here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Lake Tahoe? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260 | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Tahoe City Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

Student Art Show Tahoe-Truckee Campus of Sierra College May 3, 2013

May 3, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Student Art Show Tahoe-Truckee Campus of Sierra College May 3, 2013

Get ready to enjoy the Student Art Show at the Tahoe – Truckee Campus of Sierra College, in Truckee, California this Friday evening, May 3, 2013 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The reception will include an interactive component for all ages and an opportunity to vote for the People’s Choice award for student work in ceramics, digital arts, drawing, painting, and photography.

This is the fifth year for the Tahoe-Truckee Student Art Show.

Here are the details:

Fifth Annual Student Art Show

Tahoe – Truckee Campus of Sierra College

When: Friday, May 3, 2013

Where: Tahoe – Truckee Campus of Sierra College

11001 College Trail, Truckee, California 96161 530.550-2225

Time: 4:30p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

I’ve been told that the arts feed our souls and a student art show is an opportunity to show your support for those that are working to create works of art that can add enrichment to our lives!

Check out the Student Art Show this Friday evening, May 3, 2013 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Tahoe-Truckee Campus of Sierra College!

Thinking about making Truckee your second home? Here are some popular area options:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260 | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Student Art Show Tahoe-Truckee Campus of Sierra College May 3, 2013

Homewood New Construction Homes for Sale

April 27, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Homewood New Construction Homes for Sale

It’s been several years since we’ve had new construction homes available for sale in the Homewood, California area. Builders have returned to the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, and we have several new construction homes being built in the Homewood area.

Tahoe market conditions and prices have improved and as of 04-26-2013 we have 3 new construction houses that are in the process of being built and are available for sale in the Homewood area. They range in price from $888,000 to $1,295,000.

If you’ve always wanted to own a new construction home in Homewood in West Lake Tahoe, this is your chance to pick your own colors and finishing touches!

In addition to these new construction homes that are for sale in Homewood, there are also 2 more homes for sale that are considered newer in construction and the age range is from 1-5 years in age. The price range on these newer construction homes is $1.25 million to $2.35 million.

While prices have begun to move up here in the Lake Tahoe area, it’s still not too late to get a great deal on a new construction or newer construction home here in the Homewood area.

If you’re not working with a Tahoe Buyer’s agent, call me, Laura Allen at 530.414.1260 and we can set up a time to see all of the new construction, or newer construction homes that are available for sale in the greater Homewood area today!

If you want a new construction home in Homewood, now is the time to buy!

Need more home buying options? Check out all West Shore Lake Tahoe Homes for Sale regardless of age here:

Thinking about making the the West Shore of Lake Tahoe your second home?

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260 | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Homewood New Construction Homes for Sale