Buying a vacation home can be a thrilling way to create your own relaxing getaway spot to a place you love vacationing. Lake Tahoe keeps drawing in savvy buyers with its breathtaking scenery, fun activities all year round, and booming high-end property market. As we get closer to 2025, the patterns in the market and ways to buy luxury vacation homes are changing. 

• Study Market Trends
  The Lake Tahoe luxury real estate market keeps changing. Many things affect home prices and what's available. We expect that in 2025, people will still want luxury homes that offer privacy, new features, and easy access to outdoor fun like skiing, hiking, and lake activities. Our brokers can help you get the latest market info and give you advice that fits what you want. You need to know the ins and outs of Lake Tahoe's market. Having a seasoned agent can help you out....

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Winter is the perfect time for a getaway to a scenic Lake Tahoe destination, where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy some time in the snow. Your choice of accommodations around Lake Tahoe is very diverse, with a great selection of smaller, cozy inns, cottages, and lodges that pair rustic charm with convenient, modern amenities. Our real estate agents have more on the best places for a cozy winter escape near Lake Tahoe.

• Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge – 1850 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145
  Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge is a great example of the classic mountainside lodges that are perfect for a cozy Lake Tahoe stay. Start with the 23 availab...

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As the holidays get closer, you have a great chance to show off how elegant and charming your luxury home is to potential buyers. People looking to buy often like homes that feel cozy, welcoming, and full of holiday spirit at this time of year. Here are some key ways to help you set up your luxury home for the holiday season.

• Keep It Classy and Simple
  Luxury homes stand out due to their elegant design and top-notch finishes. When decorating your home for the holidays, remember that less often works better. Pick classy, premium decorations that match the home's current design. For instance, go for a timeless neutral color scheme like gold, silver, or white, which can boost luxury without dominating the space. Stay away from too much stuff or super bright colors that might take attention from your home's best parts. Think about adding touches like a simple wreath on the front door,...

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As of November 18th , above is an chart showing the price/sf for the South Lake Tahoe market. This is a snapshot of home/condo/townhome sales in the last three months. When you compare price/sf you are not comparing apples to apples. It tends to jump around depending on size, location, condition, supply and demand. It can help a seller price their home to be more competitive when looking at the median sales price. It can help buyers with using it as another comparison. The chart shows an average of $532/sf and a median of $493/sf.

As of November 14th Lake Tahoe on the Nevada east shore is showing a 6 months supply of homes/condo/townhomes on the market. This is calculated by dividing the number of properties that are currently on the market by the rate of pending sales in the past month. According to the chart above, this suggest a market that is in between a sellers and buyers market. I call it a tug of war. This may be a continuing trend through the rest of the month as sales are typically slower. For more market information and insights, send me an email to jwire@chaseinternational.com.