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Two-Bedroom Duplex with Two Cabins

838 San Francisco Avenue South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

838 San Francisco Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
$685,000
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$685,000

MULTI_FAMILY - South Lake Tahoe, CA

Property Size1,296 SF
Lot Size0.14 Acres
Price / SF$528.55
AddedJul 3
Days on Market14
Last RefreshJul 16 at 5:06 am

Property Features for 838 San Francisco Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Parking
4
Window features
Single Pane Window(s), Double Pane Windows
Exterior features
Storage Shed
Standard status
Active
APN
026102009000
Size
1,296 SF
Lot size
0.14 Acres

Utilities

Heating system
Natural Gas, Space Heater

Building Details

Year built
1974
Building materials
Wood Frame
Roof type
Composition
Additional Structures
Storage

Listing agent Jarred Uppendahl

Listing office Realty World Lake Tahoe 949 Tahoe Keys Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA

Listing date Jul 3, 2026

MLS# 143150 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 South Tahoe Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

838 San Francisco Avenue is a duplex configured as two separate two-bedroom, one-bath cabins. Each cabin provides its own private living setup, supporting flexible use for owners who want one unit for personal use and another for rental. The property is sized at 1,296 square feet on a 0.14-acre lot.

The address is located about five blocks from the shores of Lake Tahoe, placing it within a short distance of local restaurants, cafes, and neighborhood destinations.

For buyers, this layout can fit multiple scenarios, including full-time residency, a second-home with an income-producing unit, or an owner-investor strategy using the two independent cabins. The low-maintenance character referenced in the remarks may also appeal to users who want an easier day-to-day ownership experience while keeping the benefits of an income-producing configuration. Overall, the property’s duplex setup and cabin style are centered on practical dual-use living close to the lake.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex with two separate 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath cabins
  • Five blocks from the shores of Lake Tahoe (838 San Francisco Avenue)
  • Wood‑frame construction with composition roof

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $32.7k $25.20
− Vacancy −$1.9k −$1.46
EGI $30.8k $23.74
− OpEx −$9.2k −$7.12
NOI $21.5k $16.62
1,296 SF · lease $25.20/SF/yr · vacancy 5.79% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$307.7K
$269.2K – $359.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,538 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.14%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$275.4K
$241.0K – $321.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,276 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.81%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$463.3K
$405.4K – $540.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $32,434 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.73%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Tuff Eagle Golf Course

Suggested Use

HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Pet Grooming Service

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - A duplex with two separate two-bedroom, one-bath cabins, offering flexible living and rental options near Lake Tahoe.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 838 San Francisco Avenue South Lake Tahoe, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $685,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex with two separate 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath cabins; Five blocks from the shores of Lake Tahoe (838 San Francisco Avenue); Wood‑frame construction with composition roof
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