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$1,941,787$1,498 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,847,500 on May 3, 2024

6170 RIVER RD

TAHOE CITY, CA 96145
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,296 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.8M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,847,500 · May 3, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,552 (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.$780,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$780,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,629,450

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.61
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyPLACER
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
North Tahoe High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
North Tahoe SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.6 mi
E
Tahoe Lake Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 6.5 mi

District: Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 96145These 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.193
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.261

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.33%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.54%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,531
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.147 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,276
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

6170 River Rd 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Placer County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Tahoe City 96145
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Placer County
  • Among the largest lots in Tahoe City 96145
  • Among the oldest homes in Tahoe City 96145

What homes are worth in Tahoe City 96145

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

This home
$458K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Tahoe City 96145.

How it measures up in Tahoe City 96145

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tahoe City 96145.

Estimated value$1,941,787
CheaperTypical $1,205,724Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1498
CheaperTypical $700Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 6170 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTahoe City 96145Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,941,78784% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1498almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²22% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 acalmost all homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than1925almost no homesalmost no homes

About 6170 River Rd

How much is 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA is $1,941,787 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,766,895 to $2,116,679. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA last sell?

6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA last sold on May 3, 2024 for $1,847,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA?

6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,296 square feet of living space.

When was 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA built?

6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bungalow home.

What schools serve 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA?

6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA is assigned to North Tahoe High School (high), rated A; North Tahoe School (middle), rated B+; Tahoe Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA compare to other homes in Tahoe City 96145?

Among the 4,033 homes in Tahoe City 96145, it is worth more than 84% of them ($1,941,787 against a typical $1,205,724), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1498 against a typical $700), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1925 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than 97% of 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 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6170 River Rd, Tahoe City, CA was $17,552. The county assessed it at $780,300.

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