Why Buy a Second Home in Agate Bay?

June 24, 2017 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Why Buy a Second Home in Agate Bay?

Why buy a second home in Agate Bay is a question I often get from my North Shore Lake Tahoe – Truckee second home buyers that are considering all of the different Tahoe Resort communities as options.

Why buy a second home in Agate Bay?

Answer: Lifestyle | Location | Recreational Amenities

Agate Bay is a well-known, popular single family neighborhood in the greater Carnelian Bay community on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe!

This neighborhood is very desirable and is just slightly bigger than the Dollar Point neighborhood in Tahoe City with approximately +/-643 parcels, of which approximately 20 are lakefront properties.

In addition to the Agate Bay subdivision being a relatively small neighborhood, you’ll find wide streets and a number of properties with flat lots and driveways, along with easy access to the dog friendly public beaches in downtown Carnelian Bay!

Some of the properties have some type of view of Lake Tahoe, and a number of the homes in the subdivision back to open space. Agate Bay is a good mix of larger, newer construction homes along with a number of cabin style homes.

Agate Bay home owners also have the option for membership in the Agate Pier and Swim Club. The Agate Pier and Swim Club is an optional, voluntary recreational association that is available only to property owners located within the Agate Bay subdivision.

Agate Pier and Swim Club Home Owner Amenities Include:

Pool / In-ground Spa | A seasonal pool and in-ground spa are open Father’s Day through Memorial Day for Tier I Members
Beach | Gated Lake Tahoe beach/sundeck access for Tier II Members
Pier | A Gated pier for Tier II Members and in the past they have had a seasonal pier attendant.
Buoys | Tier II Members have access to a buoy field providing mooring. See Buoy rules for more information.
Tennis | Seasonal – Two (2) courts located on the corner of Victoria and Pretoria Road – Tier I Members.
Sand Volleyball Court | Seasonal Sand Volleyball Court located next to the pool. Tier I Members.

Why Buy a Second Home in Agate Bay? The Agate Pier and Swim Club has two membership levels; Tier I pool and tennis courts, and Tier II membership which access to the Pier and buoys along with including a Tier I Membership with access to the pool and tennis courts.

The annual cost has been less than $1,000/year with a reasonable transfer fee between members. Not every property has a membership. Membership can only be gained by purchasing a property that already has an existing membership (can be a Tier I, or Tier II membership), or to privately purchase a membership from another home owner in the subdivision.

The Club may, or may not have original new memberships available for sale, but you should ask if they do as another option to gain membership. You cannot have gain membership without owning property in the Agate Bay subdivision.

Agate Bay is easy to get to on a year-around basis. It is close to Kings Beach and Tahoe City. It is almost the same mileage to the Northstar Ski Resort area as it is the Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, and Squaw Valley is just a few more miles.

When Buyers look at the homes for sale in Agate Bay they will find the selection of luxury homes is limited when compared to other neighborhoods. Finding an Agate Bay homes for sale under $500,000 will also be a challenge as of 06-24-2017.

The Agate Bay neighborhood is a premiere Lake Tahoe recreational amenity neighborhood.

Most of my Tahoe Second home owners know where they want to buy and can easily select the North Lake Tahoe area they want to focus on, but sometimes they want options and alternatives.

Sometimes it can be over-whelming when it comes to deciding on which North Shore of Lake Tahoe resort community is going to be the best one for you.

Is it Agate Bay, or perhaps other neighborhoods that also offer home owner lakefront amenity access like Dollar Point, Cedar Flat, or one of the near-by Tahoe City West Shore area resort communities like Tahoe Sierra Estates, Lake Tahoe Park, or Chambers Landing area (Chamberlands)?

As a Tahoe REALTOR® that specializes in working with Truckee – North Lake Tahoe second home Buyers and Sellers, it is not uncommon for my buyers to find themselves asking, which community is best for me.

There are no wrong choices here, all of our neighborhoods are great, but some locations might better serve your needs over others and with the help of your local Tahoe REALTOR® you’ll be able to narrow your choices down and find the right place to buy.

As a Tahoe second home Buyer, or Seller I’m here to get you more information and answers. Let me know how I can help you too!

Ready to make the Agate Bay, or Carnelian Bay area your second home? Check out Carnelian Bay homes 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.

Why Buy a Second Home in Agate Bay?

What is my home worth in Agate Bay | 2016

April 11, 2016 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

What is my home worth in Agate Bay | 2016

What is my home worth in Agate Bay? Real estate conditions have changed in the past few years. Check out the current over-all market conditions as of 03-31-2016 to get a better idea of the Agate Bay real estate market conditions.

Real Estate Market Activity for Agate Bay California as of 03-31-2016:

Number of Homes Sold in Agate Bay – 2015: 16
Median Average Sold Sales Price in Agate Bay for 2015: $492,500
Average Sold Sales Price in Agate Bay for 2015: $650,043
Sold Price Range in Agate Bay: $357,000 – $2,600,000
Average Sold Median Sales Price to Sold Median List Price Ratio for 2015 in Agate Bay: 96.7%
Average Days on Market (DOM) in Agate Bay – 2015: 91 DOM
Number of Lakefront Homes Sold in Agate Bay- 2015: 1
Number of Active and Available Homes for Sale in Agate Bay as of 03-31-2016: 1
Pending Sales in Agate Bay 03-31-2016: 0
Number of Distressed Sales – Court Approval, Short Sales, or REO Bank Foreclosures in Agate Bay Available for Sale as of 03-31-2016: 0

The demand for cabins and mountain homes in the Agate Bay area continues to be strong because of the wonderful public beaches (dog friendly), and the great hiking, biking trails in the neighborhood on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.

The Agate Bay neighborhood is part of the Carnelian Bay community, which is centrally located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe between Tahoe City and Tahoe Vista.

The Agate Bay neighborhood has nice wide streets and is easy to get to on a year-around basis. The Agate Bay neighborhood is close to biking and hiking trails, along with being very close to Patton’s Landing and Carnelian West public beaches located in the heart of the commercial core of Carnelian Bay making it a top choice for home owners!

The Agate Bay neighborhood also has an optional home owners recreational association (club), which gives home owners in the Agate Bay subdivision access to a seasonal swimming pool and tennis courts (Tier I), and for those that have the Tier II membership additional features include the pier and optional buoy rental program. Those property owners that have the club membership known as Agate Pier and Swim Club have a value-added feature in the area.

The Agate Bay neighborhood has all of the North Lake Tahoe recreational activities that our full-time and second home owners are looking.

If you like to boat, hike, bike, play miniature golf, skiing, shop, or enjoy a meal at a lakefront restaurant this area is one for you to check out. This North Shore community is one that has it all and it is why so many choose to call this area home.

Are you ready to find out what your Agate Bay home is worth? Just click on the link below and you will be asked to provide us with some information on your Agate Bay property and I will get you a complete home market valuation report.

FREE Market Analysis in Agate Bay, CA

Just so you know this is not an instant home value that a computer will generate based on an algorithm that has been created for a city. While I love technology, I have found that the instant home values and market estimates for the Tahoe area are often very inaccurate and misleading.

As an Agate Bay home owner you are looking for a current market value that is reflective of current market conditions. What your home is really worth needs to be accurate, so let’s do a real evaluation on your property.

Let’s take the time to make sure we have the right data and information on your Agate Bay property. We know that each Agate Bay home is unique and we want to make sure your mountain home gets all of the credit and value it deserves for all of those special features before we place a current market value on it.

What adds market value? What are Tahoe second home buyers looking for in a mountain home, cabin, lakefront, or condo? What are those property features that will cause a property to sell quickly? You’ll find that Agate Bay properties that are in demand and sell quickly have several characteristics in common:

Excellent maintenance – Well cared for properties inside and out
Upgraded and/or updated having features found in newer construction homes
Homes that are ready to use on day one – no home projects to do
Mountain Charm, Clean, and Uncluttered – Reflective of the Tahoe Lifestyle
Easy to show at all times – no special appointment needed
On REALTOR® Electronic Lock Box – listing agents do not need to be present to show the property
Correct Pricing in the Fair Market Value range according to the current market conditions

What are the wish-list items Tahoe Second Home Buyers are hoping to find in your Agate Bay lakefront, mountain home, cabin, or condo?

Kitchen – Newer Updated/Upgraded: solid granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
Open Floor Plan – The open, great room concept is in demand here
Hardwood floors in the main living areas
Bathrooms – Newer Updated/Upgraded
Outdoor living space – decks and patios
Energy Efficiency – smart home technology, newer windows, well maintained mechanics, green features
BMP Certificate – Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Best Management Practices (BMP) Work
Current Sewer Certificate – TCPUD
Recent Pest Report – Clear Section I and Section II
Recent Home Inspection Report (Even though a buyer will get their own inspections, they mentally give positive points to a home owner that has had a home inspection done to show them the current condition of the property from a professional perspective.)
Fireplace – Gas Log, or Wood Burning in the living room
EPA Compliant Wood Burning Stove, or Fireplace Insert
Garage – Two car preferred, but one car will do (even a carport is a plus)
Mountain – Cabin vibe
Optional Home Owner Association (HOA) for Lake Tahoe recreational water access and amenities – beach, pier, buoy rental option is a bonus – Agate Pier and Swim Club Tier I and/or Tier II membership is a plus
Backs to, or is next to open space
Low traffic locations
Lake Views
Lakefront

If you’re thinking of selling your Agate Bay home it will be more valuable, and have more market appeal if your property has any of these updates, and/or features. Even if your property needs some work, don’t worry, buyers are still going to be interested as the Agate Bay neighborhood is always in demand!

Get a FREE Home Value Evaluation for your Agate Bay House Here

As an Agate Bay Seller did you know that more than 92%+ of home buyers will begin their property search on the internet? Now, more than ever your mountain house needs to have the best on-line exposure, presentation, and coverage possible.

On-line marketing is so much more than just entering your property data and a few photos in the Tahoe Sierra Multiple Listing Service (TSMLS).

Internet marketing is far more advanced today. As a Seller if your agent is still hoping to get potential buyers to call about your home, with a limited internet profile, and poor photographs, you may be very disappointed with the results.

Serious second home buyers view an on-line listing with limited and/or incomplete information with poor, or no photos, as a being a big negative.

Second home owners don’t have the luxury of being able to drive by your property and say “wow, this home looks so much better in person”. A poor on-line presentation puts your property at a marketing disadvantage.

A poor first impression will hurt your efforts to get top dollar for your Tahoe home.

Tahoe Seller Tip – Provide as much information and property details as you can on your property. The more information, the better!

Tahoe Seller Tip – On-line Curb Appeal! Pick the best photo as your first photo that will get buyers to click on your home listing to get more information.

You may not have thought about how important your first position photo is to a potential buyer, but the Internet has become your very first showing to home buyers.

It is critical that your first photo have that “eye candy” on-line curb appeal and that it sends the right message about your property!

Each on-line viewing is your first showing! Every time your home is viewed on-line that Tahoe buyer is making that critical first impression decision on whether or not to have your Tahoe home on their short list of properties to see when they come to Lake Tahoe.

Unlike other markets, this second home market often has buyers here for only a few hours to see properties and most of already decided what home to see before they ever get here. Your on-line presence will impact a buyers “must-see” showing list, which means you need a great internet profile and presentation of your property.

Tahoe Seller Tip – Only use the best photographs to market your Tahoe Property!

To achieve the broadest world-wide Internet marketing exposure and presence, your Agate Bay property needs a combination of a fully completed TSMLS property profile, social media campaign, blogging, and video exposure.

Experienced real estate agents that understand a strong on-line marketing plan when combined with other key traditional home marketing strategies can really make a difference in getting the word out about your Agate Bay home for sale.

What is my Home Worth in Agate Bay?

Do you want to know if your Tahoe Real Estate Agent understands how Internet Marketing works? Just check out where Laura Allen with her own real estate website and how it ranks on Google Page 1 for the internet search “Homes for Sale in Agate Bay”.

Laura’s website is ranking right there with the big national mega real estate portals with their multi-million dollars advertising budgets on page one for “Homes for Sale in Agate Bay”.

Laura Allen is a Tahoe REALTOR that understands what needs to be done when it comes to Internet marketing and is getting page one results!

Ready to make the Carnelian Bay area your second home? Check out what is for sale here:

Need more home buying options? Check out all North Shore Lake Tahoe Homes for Sale here:

Need more help in trying to figure out your greater Agate Bay and North Lake Tahoe home buying options?

Do you want help figuring out the neighborhoods, and the ones that will best meet your needs? Call me at 530.414.1260 and I can help you find the right place to buy!

Overview and summary completed by:
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.
Buyers and Sellers should investigate and verify all information to their own satisfaction.

What is my home worth in Agate Bay | 2016

Agate Bay, CA 96140 Current Real Estate Market Trends – December 2013

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

Agate Bay, CA 96140 Current Real Estate Market Trends – December 2013

Here are some current real estate market trends and data for the Agate Bay neighborhood of Carnelian Bay, California 96140 area. This is my local view of what the Agate Bay housing market is really doing.

The number of homes for sale in the Agate Bay neighborhood of Carnelian Bay is extremely limited as of 12/02/2013. The lack of homes for sale in Agate Bay is helping to support higher prices for the area.

The Agate Bay area is becoming harder to get into with a current starting price at just under $600,000, making it one of the more expensive communities on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe to get into with a current available home listed sales price range of $575,000 to $999,000 (as of 12/02/2013).

The high-end luxury market has been stronger with good Agate Bay home sales, with over 44% of all sales over $500,000 and over 22% of all sales in Agate Bay over $750,000.

The entire North Lake Tahoe area has improved and as we move into our winter season serious Agate Bay home buyers may find the selection of mountain homes and cabins for sale very limiting, which may turn out to be a great opportunity for Agate Bay home sellers who decide to put their properties on the market this winter and take advantage of lack of inventory and seller competition.

Current Real Estate Inventory in Agate Bay, California 96140 for Single Family Home Sales:

Agate Bay, CA 96140 Homes Available for Sale as of 12/02/2013:

5 Single Family Homes currently listed for sale – Standard Sale
0 Single Family Homes currently listed for sale – Short Sale
0 Single Family Homes currently listed for sale – Bank owned/foreclosed – REO (Real Estate Owned)
0 Single Family Home currently listed for sale – Court Approval
0 Lakefront Homes currently listed for sale
$575,000 to $999,000 is the Price Range of Single Family Homes listed for sale
$749,000 Average Median Listed Sales Price for Single Family Homes Currently on the Market for Sale
$738,300 Average Listed Sales Price for Single Family Homes Currently on the Market for Sale
195 DOM (Days on Market) for Single Family Homes on the Market for Sale

Agate Bay, California 96140 Pending Home Sales as of 12/02/2013

1 Single Family Homes are Pending Sale – (Under Contract and in Escrow)
$1,048,500 is the Price Range of Single Family Homes Pending Sales
$1,048,500 Average Median Listed Sales Price for Single Family Homes – Pending Sales
$1,048,500 Average Listed Sales Price for Single Family Homes – Pending Sales
0 Lakefront Homes Pending Sale (Under Contract and in Escrow)
7 DOM (Days on Market) for Single Family Homes Pending Sales

Agate Bay, California 96140 Homes Sold for 2013 (01/01/2013 – 12/02/2013)

18 Single Family Homes Sold in 2013
0 Lakefront Homes Sold in 2013
$346,000 to $1,150,000 is the Price Range of Single Family Homes Sold in 2013
$480,567 Average Median Sold Sales Price for Single Family Homes – Sold (97.7% of List/Sold Price)
$544,640 Average Sales Price Sold for Single Family Homes – Sold (95.9% of List/Sold Price)
77 DOM (Days on Market) for Single Family Homes on the Market for Sale
11.1% were Cash Sales, or roughly 1 out of every 10 sales was a cash buyer

All of the Agate Bay data comes from the Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS® data base and is subject to change and/or correction without notice.

The Agate Bay real estate market conditions of Carnelian Bay are local. Talk to a local Agate Bay Tahoe real estate agent / Agate Bay Tahoe REALTOR® to get the most up-to-date neighborhood and market conditions if you are considering buying, or selling.

Ready to make the Carnelian Bay area 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.

Agate Bay, CA 96140 Current Real Estate Market Trends – December 2013

Agate Bay Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

May 29, 2013 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

Agate Bay Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

It’s that time of year to review how the Agate Bay, California real estate market has performed from January 1, 2013 through May 28, 213. Here is the Agate Bay Homes for Sale real estate market report.

Agate Bay Homes Sold Market Report – May 2013:

Sold Sales: Agate Bay had 4 single family homes sold from January 1, 2013 through May 28, 2013

The Agate Bay average median homes sales price was $382,450.

Days on Market: The median average days on market was 122 DOM.

Cash Sale Transactions: The number of cash sale transactions for the Agate Bay area decreased to 25% of all sales, which is 1 out of every 4 home sales was a cash transaction, still giving loan buyers competition.

Distress Sales: Distress sellers (bank foreclosures- real estate owned (REO’s) and short sales) are no longer dominating the Agate Bay real estate market. While they made up 25% of all homes sold in 2013, this is not a reflection of the current inventory, or market mix. As of today, 05/28/2013 none of the current homes listed for sale in Agate Bay were distressed sellers.

Active Homes for Sale: There were 10 Active– available homes for sale in the Agate Bay area as of 05/28/2013. They ranged in price from $350,000 to $9.95 million, with an average median asking sales price of $924,250. Inventory is extremely limited.

Of the ten (10) homes offered for sale there were no (Zero -0) short sales, no (Zero – 0) REO (Bank Foreclosure) listings, or 0% of the current listings are distressed, which is a clear sign that the market is stabilizing and prices are moving up.

Pending Home Sales: There are three (3) pending home sales in the Agate Bay area and they range from $350,000 to $598,500. There are no (zero – 0) is a short sales, and no (Zero- 0) REO/Bank Foreclosures.

If you’d like more information on the Agate Bay area, or would like to know what your Agate Bay home may be worth, call Laura Allen at 530.414.1260.

More about Agate Bay:

The Agate Bay neighborhood is a subdivision in the Carnelian Bay, California community. It is located approximately 6 miles east of Tahoe City in the heart of the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.

The Agate Bay area is a developed, North Shore neighborhood that is between the commercial core of Carnelian Bay and Tahoe Vista.

Agate Bay is centrally located, and is close to Kings Beach and Tahoe City. Its location makes it easy to get to Northstar, Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley, or Homewood Ski resorts. It is close to all of the Lake Tahoe recreational activities such as boating, hiking, biking (dirt and paved trails), tennis, golf, miniature golf, skiing, shopping, and restaurants.

The Agate Bay neighborhood is a mix of some smaller, older, Tahoe cabins, along with larger, newer luxury mountain homes. Agate Bay also offers some lake view homes, along with a limited number of lakefront properties in this neighborhood.

Some of the property owners in the Agate Bay neighborhood are members in the local home owners group Agate Pier and Swim Club that is very desirable with its own swimming pool, tennis courts, gated beach area, pier, and buoy rental option.

The Agate Club membership is currently limited, and property owners that belong often get a market premium for their property, as this club membership is limited by geography and membership is typically gained by buying a property that is already an existing member and transferring the membership from one property owner to the next.

All Agate Bay home owners are close to the public beach at Patton’s Landing, along with being close to Garwood’s restaurant, the Sierra Boat Company, Magic Carpet miniature golf course, and the Old Post office restaurant.

Agate Bay Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

Need more home buying options? Check out these homes for sale on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe here:

Ready to make the Carnelian Bay area 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.

Agate Bay Homes for Sale Market Report – May 2013

5585 Sahara Drive, Carnelian Bay, CA 96140 – Just Sold!

June 14, 2012 By Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CA RE 01473598 | 530-414-1260

5585 Sahara Drive, Carnelian Bay, CA 96140 – Just Sold!

Tahoe Buyers if you missed out on this amazing deal call me at 530.414.1260 and I’ll help you find the perfect Tahoe getaway for you too!

5585 Sahara Drive, Carnelian Bay, CA 96140 – Cute Cabin in the Agate Bay neighborhood – Just Sold! Representing the Buyer!

Agate Bay Homes for Sale

My buyers were totally prepared to make an offer when this cute cabin in the Agate Bay neighborhood of Carnelian Bay, California came on the market. They were pre-approved with their lender and were ready to make an offer. This home was only on the Tahoe Sierra Multiple Listing Service (TSMLS) for a total of 10 days before my buyers were able to negotiate an acceptance with the seller.

With low Tahoe inventory single family home levels and strong buyer competition, being prepared and working with an experienced, local Tahoe real estate agent/REALTOR® is the way Tahoe buyers are getting the mountain homes, cabins, condos, or the lakefront properties they want. I can help you too – call me Laura Allen 530.414.1260 for all of your Tahoe real estate needs.

Tahoe Sellers do you need help selling your Tahoe property? My closing rate for my sellers is over 82%! I’m getting results, so call me at 530.414.1260. I can help you sell your Tahoe real estate too – mountain home, cabin, lakefront property, condo, or lot!

Just Sold Agate Bay neighborhood – 5585 Sahara Drive, Carnelian Bay, CA 96140

Need more home buying opions? Check out the homes for sale in Carnelian Bay area:

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.

5585 Sahara Drive, Carnelian Bay, CA 96140 – Just Sold!