Fantastic 360 views from every window of this immaculately maintained Carson Valley property. Imagine the enormous Carson Valley sunrises, moonrises, and city lights of Minden/Gardnerville coupled with the backdrop of the sun setting behind the Carson Range. This property has it all, with views from every window. There is extensive outdoor landscaping, including flowers like lilies, iris, poppy, penstemon, roses, and fragrant lavender bushes, many raised and protected planter gardens, and several patios for taking in the breathtaking landscape. 281 Shadow Mountain is the ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts with unparalleled access to outdoor adventure. Skiing at Heavenly Mountain Resort is just 15 minutes away, Kirkwood Mountain Resort is only 45 minutes, while access to hiking, biking and equestrian trails via Fay-Luther trailhead just 3 miles South to the California state line. Just a short 10 minute drive North is historical Genoa; Nevada's first settlement. Beyond the location, views and exterior features, this home presents an exceptional blend of elevated comfort, with effortless entertaining spaces. There are three exterior patios, a large living room with fireplace, and a sitting nook. The spacious kitchen features engineered hickory wood floors, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, a gas range, wine refrigerator and a warming drawer for your convenience. You'll find plenty of storage in the island and surrounding cabinetry and be surprised with a kitchen pantry as well. Although only 2 bedrooms, this property has 2,740 square feet of living space and plenty of opportunity to create another bedroom if so desired.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
1.88 acresLot Size
$429Price/Sq.Ft.
$35/moHOA Dues
3 car garageParking
Listed by Rhiannon Simpson•DRE #S.175573• Chase International Carson Cit
Bought with Winston Chapman•DRE #S.192490• eXp Realty, LLC
Est. $3,305 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 281 Shadow Mountain Cir
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NNRMLS #260004011
Apr 24, 2026
Sold
$1,175,000
$429/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$1,150,000
$420/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,147 (+3.0%)
$99,750 + $98,387
$198,137
2024
$4,997 (+3.0%)
$99,750 + $101,977
$201,727
2023
$4,852 (+3.0%)
$99,750 + $103,550
$203,300
2022
$4,710 (+3.0%)
$96,250 + $98,143
$194,393
2021
$4,573 (+2.3%)
$84,000 + $93,443
$177,443
2020
$4,468 (+3.0%)
$70,000 + $89,349
$159,349
2019
$4,338 (+2.9%)
$70,000 + $88,793
$158,793
2018
$4,216 (+3.0%)
$63,000 + $88,159
$151,159
2017
$4,093 (+2.8%)
$63,000 + $85,395
$148,395
2016
$3,981 (+3.0%)
$52,500 + $87,942
$140,442
2015
$3,865
$52,500 + $88,384
$140,884
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.88 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,740
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Douglas County
APN
121910002038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
SFR-2
Single-Family Residential - Two Acre District
This district is intended for the development of single-family detached units in suburban and rural settings with a minimum lot size of two net acres, and a maximum density of 0.50 units per gross acre. Unless otherwise specified in this development code, no more than one home per parcel is permitted in this land use district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Golf related
Kennel
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Door Opener Controls