Welcome to Your Truckee Mountain Retreat Escape to the beauty of the Sierra in this inviting mountain home nestled on a peaceful, wooded lot in the sought-after Lower Tahoe Donner neighborhood. This home captures the quintessential Truckee lifestyle—warm, relaxed, and surrounded by nature. Soaring ceilings and a wood-burning stove create a cozy mountain ambiance, The versatile loft is ideal for a home office, reading nook, or additional sleeping space. A separate laundry room and convenient entry mudroom add valuable functionality for year-round mountain living. Step outside and enjoy the fresh mountain air from multiple spacious decks, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding among the trees. The private rear deck enjoys desirable southern sun exposure, creating a wonderful spot to soak up the sunshine throughout the day. A detached two-car garage, oversized paved parking area, and gently sloping driveway provide exceptional convenience for vehicles, guests, and all your mountain gear. Ideally located within walking distance of Trout Creek and just minutes from downtown Truckee, this property offers the best of both worlds—a tranquil wooded setting with easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, recreation, shopping, and dining. Ownership includes membership in the Tahoe Donner Homeowners Association, offering access to an impressive collection of amenities and recreational opportunities designed to make every season in Truckee even more enjoyable. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, a four-season mountain escape, or a place to create lasting family memories, this charming Truckee retreat is ready to welcome you home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$572Price/Sq.Ft.
$302/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Angela Franco•DRE #01898926• Intero Real Estate Services
Listed by Jeannine Gallant•DRE #01112360• Bankers Network Corporation of America
Tahoe Donner, located between Donner Lake and Prosser Creek Reservoir, is a mountain and resort Truckee neighborhood with forested streets and a four-season trail network. Character concentrates around the Tahoe Donner Town Center on Northwoods Boulevard, where a low-key cluster of shops, services, and community drop-ins sets the daily rhythm. Architecture leans to classic Tahoe cabins and contemporary mountain homes with deep eaves, big decks, and wood-and-stone palettes. Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area and the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center frame winter routines, while the Tahoe Donner Trail system threads through meadows and pines. The Tahoe Donner Marina at Donner Lake adds a lake-day counterpoint to the alpine setting.
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Market insights
12057 Bennett Flat Rd · $768,999
DAYS ON MARKET
52 days
The average home goes pending in 41 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$768,999
Median sale price in this area is $698,556. (9% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Breakfast bar
Loft
Double-pane windows
Wood stove insert
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms: 2 on the street level and 1 on the upper level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms: 1 on the street level and 1 on the upper level
Kitchen
Tile counters
Dishwasher
Electric range
Gas range
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Exterior features
Deck
Home design
Two-story home
Parking
Detached garage
2 covered parking spaces
Construction
Built in 1982
Wood siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Optional community pool membership
Community pool and pool house
Heated spa
Community amenities include a clubhouse, golf course, fitness center, playground, racquetball, sauna, spa/hot tub, tennis court, activities, cable TV, community television antenna, recreation facilities, and trails
Association fees include insurance, management, common area maintenance, and organized activities
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to Your Truckee Mountain Retreat and Escape to the beauty of the Sierra in this inviting mountain home nestled on a peaceful, wooded lot in the sought-after Lower Tahoe Donner neighborhood. This home captures the quintessential Truckee lifestyle—warm, relaxed, and surrounded by nature. Soaring ceilings and a wood-burning stove create a cozy mountain ambiance, The versatile loft is ideal for a home office, reading nook, or additional sleeping space. A separate laundry room and convenient air-lock entry mudroom add valuable functionality for year-round mountain living. Step outside and enjoy the fresh mountain air from multiple spacious decks, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding among the trees. The private rear deck enjoys desirable southern sun exposure, creating a wonderful spot to soak up the sunshine throughout the day. A detached two-car garage, oversized paved parking area, and gently sloping driveway provide exceptional convenience for vehicles, guests, and all your mountain gear. Ideally located within walking distance of Trout Creek and just minutes from downtown Truckee, this property offers the best of both worlds—a tranquil wooded setting with easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, recreation, shopping, and dining. Ownership includes membership in the Tahoe Donner Homeowners Association, offering access to an impressive collection of amenities and recreational opportunities designed to make every season in Truckee even more enjoyable. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, a four-season mountain escape, or a place to create lasting family memories, this charming Truckee retreat is ready to welcome you home.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41146739
Oct 30, 2026
Relisted
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Oct 21, 2026
Pending
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Aug 31, 2026
Listed
$768,999
$572/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 1989
Sold
$126,000
$94/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 28, 1985
Sold
$41,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,302 (+3.4%)
$60,174 + $180,136
$240,310
2024
$4,160 (+2.4%)
$58,995 + $176,604
$235,599
2023
$4,063 (+4.4%)
$56,705 + $169,748
$226,453
2022
$3,891 (+7.5%)
$56,705 + $169,748
$226,453
2021
$3,620 (+1.0%)
$55,594 + $166,420
$222,014
2020
$3,583 (+0.9%)
$54,445 + $163,157
$217,602
2019
$3,551
$53,887 + $161,485
$215,372
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nevada County
APN
045740003000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Truckee, CA • 96161
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Truckee. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 12057 Bennett Flat Rd
$753,477
$16K under list price of $769K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $690K to $860K.