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$5,644,315$991 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $3,800,000 on Jun 21, 2018

2538 N SUMMIT PL

TRUCKEE, CA 96161
5
Beds
6
Baths
5,694 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$5.6M
$5.2M low$6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,800,000 · Jun 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$52,810 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,837,860 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,040,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,797,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,743,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
77
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyPLACER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Alder Creek Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi
H
Truckee High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
E
Truckee Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.9 mi

District: Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 96161These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.260

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,932
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,204
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,659
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

2538 N Summit Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Placer County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Placer County
  • Among the largest homes in Northstar
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Northstar
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Northstar

What homes are worth in Truckee 96161

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$383K$7M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Truckee 96161.

How it measures up in Truckee 96161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Truckee 96161.

Estimated value$5,644,315
CheaperTypical $1,011,133Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$991
CheaperTypical $583Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area5,694 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,874 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 2538 N Summit Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthstarTruckee 96161Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$5,644,315almost all homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$99191% of homes92% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than5,694 ft²almost all homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac93% of homes83% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than200580% of homes78% of homes74% of homes

About 2538 N Summit Pl

How much is 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA is $5,644,315 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $5,245,344 to $6,043,286. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA last sell?

2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA last sold on Jun 21, 2018 for $3,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA?

2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA has 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 5,694 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA built?

2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a contemporary home.

What schools serve 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA?

2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA is assigned to Alder Creek Middle School (middle), rated A-; Truckee High School (high), rated A-; Truckee Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA compare to other homes in Truckee 96161?

Among the 18,285 homes in Truckee 96161, it is worth more than 97% of them ($5,644,315 against a typical $1,011,133), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($991 against a typical $583), it is bigger than 98% of them (5,694 ft² against a typical 1,874 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2005 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2538 N Summit Pl, Truckee, CA was $52,810. The county assessed it at $4,837,860.

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