Build your dream mountain retreat in the heart of the highly sought-after Serene Lakes community! This beautiful 8,712± square foot homesite offers a peaceful setting surrounded by towering pines and stunning Sierra Nevada scenery. The gently upsloping topography provides an ideal canvas for a custom chalet or mountain cabin designed to capture the natural beauty and privacy of the surrounding landscape. Located just a short stroll from Serene Lakes, this property offers year-round recreation right outside your door. Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, hiking, mountain biking, and fishing during the summer months, then take advantage of world-class skiing and snowboarding at nearby Sugar Bowl, Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort, and Donner Ski Ranch in the winter. Endless trails, granite peaks, and alpine lakes make this an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Utilities including public water, sewer, electricity, cable, and phone are available at the street, helping simplify the building process. The voluntary Serene Lakes Property Owners Association provides access to private beach areas and additional community amenities, adding even more value to this exceptional location. Whether you're looking to build a cozy weekend getaway, a luxury mountain escape, or a full-time residence, this property offers an outstanding opportunity to own a piece of Donner Summit's spectacular alpine landscape. Just minutes from Interstate 80 yet tucked away in one of the Sierra's most peaceful mountain communities, you'll enjoy convenient access while feeling worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Come experience the serenity, adventure, and timeless beauty that make Serene Lakes one of Northern California's most treasured mountain destinations. Buyer to verify utilities, building requirements, and development potential. Rendering in photos is conceptual.
Vacant landProperty Type
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$17Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ian Chapman•DRE #02209337• Paul J MacDonnell Real Estate Group
Serene Lakes, located between Donner Pass Road and the Tahoe National Forest, is a mountain and lakefront Soda Springs neighborhood with twin alpine lakes and cabin-lined lanes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Serene Lakes Community Clubhouse, where beach access, docks, and a low-key gathering spot set the tone. A-frame cabins and classic wood-sided retreats sit among pines, with winter streetscapes shaped by deep snowpack. Serene Lakes Beach and the lakeshore paths frame paddle days and quiet shoreline walks. Royal Gorge Cross Country and Soda Springs Ski Resort add a ski-centric rhythm nearby. Donner Summit’s granite ridgelines and trailheads keep the landscape front and center.
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Lot slopes upward
Property corners are marked
Home design
Unimproved land (vacant lot)
Zoned R-1 for residential single-family use
Construction
0.2-acre lot (approximately 8,712 sq ft)
Lot dimensions approx. 71.67 (units not specified)
Utilities
Public sewer
Sale and tax history for 7217 Palisade Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41141387
Jul 11, 2026
Listed
$149,000
TSMLS #20241085
Aug 19, 2024
Sold
$100,000
Aug 13, 2024
Pending
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Aug 5, 2024
Contingent
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Jun 11, 2024
Listed
$125,000
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Beautiful sloped lot in Serene Lakes a couple blocks to the water, ideal for a chalet with privacy in the rear. Power, sewer and water are located on the street. If you haven't discovered this neighborhood, you'll be entranced by its quiet peaceful location. Easy access to trails, skiing, biking and hiking all from your door, yet tucked away from the crowds that Truckee and Tahoe have. The voluntary HOA allows you to keep a couple paddle boards lakeside and the homeowners beach is an incredible spot to spend a summer's afternoon.
TSMLS #1
Aug 4, 2023
Price Changed
$155,000
Public Records
Oct 20, 1993
Sold
$15,500
Public Records
Jun 19, 1991
Sold
$12,000
Public Records
Jan 23, 1979
Sold
$6,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,804 (−1.1%)
$102,000
2024
$1,824 (+6.1%)
$100,000
2023
$1,718 (+0.9%)
$101,773
2022
$1,703 (+14.7%)
$86,194
2021
$1,485 (−0.8%)
$84,504
2020
$1,497 (−0.4%)
$82,848
2019
$1,504 (+3.0%)
$81,999
2018
$1,461 (+0.9%)
$80,392
2017
$1,447 (+0.3%)
$77,271
2016
$1,443 (+1.4%)
$77,271
2015
$1,423 (+9.5%)
$75,756
2014
$1,299 (+39.2%)
$65,000
2013
$933 (+1.7%)
$65,000
2012
$918 (+7.3%)
$72,828
2011
$855 (−36.1%)
$71,400
2010
$1,339 (−20.9%)
$70,000
2009
$1,692 (+437.4%)
$115,000
2008
$315
$150,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
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Lot size
8,747 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Other
County
Placer County
APN
069345013000
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Jun 16, 2015 • Final
Residential: full review - new home - greater than 3,000 sq ft or above 5,000 ft elevation
Construct a new single-family home with a garage and decks.
Addition
New construction
May 30, 2014 • Final
Residential: full review - new home - greater than 3,000 sq ft or above 5,000 ft elevation
New construction
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 81° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
19 unhealthy days expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Soda Springs, CA • 95728
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Redfin Estimate for 7217 Palisade Rd
$136,397
$13K under list price of $149K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $165K to $2.1M.