Step into 3960 Garnet Drive, where pride of ownership meets pure Sierra charm. The upgrades are already handled new kitchen range (2025), water heater (2022), whole house generator with AC backup (2023), and a freshly sealed deck that's been lovingly maintained from 2022-2024. Even the driveway got the VIP treatment in 2022 with smooth concrete for easy winter living. Perfectly positioned just off Highway 50, this home puts adventure on autopilot. Ski Sierra at Tahoe in about 45 minutes, hit Heavenly in roughly an hour, or carve up Kirkwood in just over 75 minutes. South Lake Tahoe's dining, beaches, and nightlife are an easy hour away. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a year round nature lover, this home gives you the comfort you want and the access you crave. It's more than a house it's your launchpad to the mountains.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$248Price/Sq.Ft.
$36/moHOA Dues
4 spacesParking
Listed by Eric Berke•DRE #02050850• Cali Homes
Bought with Mckenna Niemann•DRE #02217824• eXp Realty of California, Inc
Est. $2,055 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3960 Garnet Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 28, 2026
Sold
$380,000
$248/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2022
Sold
$399,500
$260/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 16, 2017
Sold
$275,000
$179/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 11, 2005
Sold
$273,000
$178/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1995
Sold
$110,000
$72/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1990
Sold
$89,500
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,669 (+4.6%)
$79,590 + $344,361
$423,951
2024
$4,464 (+2.0%)
$79,590 + $344,361
$423,951
2023
$4,379 (+36.6%)
$78,030 + $337,609
$415,639
2022
$3,206 (+1.1%)
$69,692 + $225,161
$294,853
2021
$3,172 (+1.4%)
$69,692 + $225,161
$294,853
2020
$3,127 (+1.5%)
$68,326 + $220,747
$289,073
2019
$3,081 (+3.4%)
$67,626 + $218,484
$286,110
2018
$2,979 (+42.4%)
$66,300 + $214,200
$280,500
2017
$2,092
$61,020 + $138,693
$199,713
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
1,534
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
El Dorado County
APN
042611003000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R1
Single-Unit Residential Zone
The Single-unit Residential Zone is used to promote and regulate the development of higher density, single-unit dwellings, and accessory structures and uses. Minimum lot size designations of R1 and R20K are applied to this zone based on surrounding use compatibility, and physical and infrastructural constraints. Said designations represent the minimum lot size of 6,000 and 20,000 sq ft, respectively. This zone is applicable to lands designated as High Density Residential HDR in the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Apr 3, 2023 • Final
Residential electrical
Install a generator with an automatic transfer switch.
Electrical
Generator
Aug 2, 2022 • Final
Residential accessory structure
Repair a deck by replacing the top boards. No structural repairs are included.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Driveway Sidewalks: Circular, Paved Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window, Quartz
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet, Outside Access, Sitting Area