Tahoe living just blocks from the lake! This mountain-beach bungalow sits in the heart of Kings Beach, offering easy access to sandy beaches, a public boat launch, dining, shopping, golf, and year-round recreation. The inviting open-concept main level features a light-filled living room with a cozy fireplace, dining area, and updated kitchen with quartz countertops, a stainless-steel sink, and updated appliances. Four bedrooms offer plenty of room for family and guests, including a private upstairs primary suite with an ensuite bath as well as a bunk room. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are conveniently located on the main level. An enclosed mudroom makes winter arrivals effortless and convenient. The expansive backyard is a true Tahoe retreat, with room for entertaining, outdoor games, and dining on the deck, plus a hot tub for relaxing under the mountain sky. The setting feels remarkably private, with neighboring homes largely screened from view. A fantastic four-season location near Northstar, Old Brockway Golf Course, Highways 267 and 28, and all that North Lake Tahoe has to offer. Come experience the charm, flexibility, and unbeatable location of this Kings Beach gem! Welcome home to your own Tahoe…
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
936 sq ftLot Size
$676Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Scott Willers•DRE #DRE #01974989• Compass
Brockway Vista, located between Brockway Summit and the Kings Beach shoreline, is a hillside and lakeside Kings Beach neighborhood with pine-studded slopes and wide lake views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the CA-28 and Fox Street corridor, where beach-day foot traffic meets small storefronts and the scent of coffee and wood-fired kitchens. Cabin-style homes and mid-century A-frames mix with newer mountain builds, many oriented toward decks and sunset sightlines. Kings Beach State Recreation Area sets the daily rhythm with sand, swim buoys, and winter shoreline quiet. Community staples like Spindleshanks Tahoe, The Grid Bar & Grill, and Tahoe Central Market anchor the local scene.
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Offer insights
8640 Dolly Varden Ave · $925,000
$931K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $931K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
28 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High ceilings
Great room
Mud room
Air lock entry
Phone service
High-speed internet
One ensuite
Woodstove in living room
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Oven
Microwave
Disposal
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Dedicated laundry room
Flooring
Mixed flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central forced air heating (CFAH)
Exterior features
Two decks
Outbuilding
Hot tub
Level topography
Street access
Property has rental history
Trees/woods view
Home design
Mountain-style home
Two levels
Single-family residence
Parking
Parking pad (no garage)
Security
Audio surveillance
Closed-circuit cameras
Construction
Wood frame construction with wood siding
Composition roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Water from utility district
Sewer to utility district
Natural gas available
Cable connected
Electricity and solar
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Exquisite mountain/ beach bungalow located just blocks from the water's edge in the heart of Kings Beach. This well cared for home offers enclosed mudroom for seamless winter entry, showcases an open-concept layout connecting the living, dining, and kitchen areas. Large windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The living room, anchored by a cozy fireplace, invites relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with ample cabinet space, a stainless steel sink, quartz countertops, and updated appliances, making meal preparation effortless. Adjacent, the dining area is perfect for hosting gatherings. Additionally, in back of the kitchen there is a bonus room and laundry area, offering flexible space for a home office, additional sleeping space, gym or game room as well as additional dining area. The main level accommodates two bedrooms and a full bathroom for easy accessibility. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms await, including a primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Outside, the expansive outdoor setting invites you to enjoy outdoor activities and al fresco dining. Whether you're gardening, entertaining, or relaxing in the hot tub, this outdoor oasis offers endless possibilities and room for activity. The backyard also provides a sense of privacy, as the neighboring homes are not easily visible, enhancing the feeling of seclusion and peace. With convenience to boat launch, gorgeous sandy beach, restaurants, shops, Old Brockway Golf Course, Northstar Village & Ski Resort hwy 267, hwy 28 & more, this home provides access and enjoyment throughout all four seasons. * Some photos have been virtually staged. Please note 4th bedroom not included in square footage.
Public Records
Dec 18, 2000
Sold
$104,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 13, 2000
Sold
$260,000
$190/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 9, 1986
Sold
$88,000
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,029 (+94.3%)
$255,000 + $591,600
$846,600
2024
$5,162 (+1.7%)
$250,000 + $580,000
$830,000
2023
$5,074 (+3.4%)
$103,398 + $280,677
$384,075
2022
$4,909 (+3.6%)
$101,371 + $275,174
$376,545
2021
$4,739
$99,384 + $269,779
$369,163
2020
$4,735 (−0.8%)
$97,436 + $264,490
$361,926
2019
$4,771 (+9.9%)
$96,437 + $261,778
$358,215
2018
$4,340 (+1.9%)
$94,547 + $256,646
$351,193
2017
$4,258 (+1.2%)
$90,877 + $246,681
$337,558
2016
$4,207 (+2.0%)
$90,877 + $246,681
$337,558
2015
$4,124 (+2.9%)
$89,096 + $241,845
$330,941
2014
$4,009 (+0.1%)
$86,039 + $233,547
$319,586
2013
$4,004 (+1.7%)
$86,039 + $233,547
$319,586
2012
$3,935 (+4.4%)
$85,651 + $232,492
$318,143
2011
$3,768 (+0.2%)
$83,972 + $227,934
$311,906
2010
$3,761 (+1.3%)
$82,326 + $223,465
$305,791
2009
$3,715 (+2.1%)
$81,711 + $221,795
$303,506
2008
$3,638
$81,906 + $222,322
$304,228
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,040 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,368
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,368
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Placer County
APN
090104038000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
RES
Resort District
The resort district is applied to mountainous areas, water-oriented, or other areas with significant natural amenities and commercial recreational potential, with good access to major highways.
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 85° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
25 unhealthy days expected this year, 31 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Kings Beach, CA • 96143
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.2 hours in
June and 5.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 8640 Dolly Varden Ave
$911,636
$13K under list price of $925K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $525K to $1.3M.