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$819,175$533 / 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 89How 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 $780,000 on Feb 28, 2025

6840 RIVER RD

TRUCKEE, CA 96161
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,536 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$819K
$730K low$908K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$780,000 · Feb 28, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,408 (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.$795,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$255,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$540,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$780,000

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.
74
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.

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.Colonial
CountyPLACER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.59
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(1)

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
Truckee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
E
Truckee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.7 mi
M
Alder Creek Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.1 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

6840 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 less than 73% of homes in Truckee 96161
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Placer County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Placer County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Truckee 96161

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
$359K$5.7M

This home is worth more than 27% 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$819,175
CheaperTypical $1,041,050Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$533
CheaperTypical $598Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,882 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 6840 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTruckee 96161Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$819,17527% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53324% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²34% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac84% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than198944% of homes37% of homes

About 6840 River Rd

How much is 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA is $819,175 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $730,324 to $908,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA last sell?

6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA last sold on Feb 28, 2025 for $780,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.59-acre lot.

When was 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA built?

6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home.

What schools serve 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA is assigned to Truckee High School (high), rated A; Truckee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Alder Creek Middle School (middle), 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 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA compare to other homes in Truckee 96161?

Among the 18,284 homes in Truckee 96161, it is worth more than 27% of them ($819,175 against a typical $1,041,050), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($533 against a typical $598), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,882 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1989 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than 70% 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 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6840 River Rd, Truckee, CA was $8,408. The county assessed it at $795,600.

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