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About this home
Delightfully situated with cheerful, tree top views overlooking Alder Creek, nestled up and off the street, this charming retreat, located at 14010 Alder Creek Road, Tahoe Donner, Truckee offers traditional chalet charm, trails right off the rear the property and a convenient location perfect for enjoying the best of mountain living! Nestled on a spacious . 49-acre parcel, this inviting cabin brings warm mountain ambiance, abundant sunshine and a comfortable floor plan designed for enjoying family and friends. You'll love the expansive great room windows capturing lovely natural light and peaceful mountain scenery, while the cozy wood burning stove creates the perfect setting for relaxing after a day of Tahoe-Truckee adventures. Step outside onto the beautiful front deck and enjoy sunny afternoons, fresh mountain air and evening alpenglow – an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining or simply unwinding in the alpine surroundings. The main living level offers two comfortable bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms and a well-designed kitchen. There’s plenty of room for dining adjacent to the spacious great room, creating an open concept layout perfect for entertaining and indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, the charming loft brings flexible space for guest overflow, working remotely or simply relaxing with a good book or watching a movie with the kids. The laundry facilities are located just off the garage in a quiet location. An added plus – the spacious two-car garage provides access to a LARGE and partially finished storage room, perfect for skis, bikes, seasonal gear and all your mountain toys – or perhaps a future ADU! With ski season and snow right around the corner, this delightful chalet offers the ease of a lock-and-leave mountain getaway, making spontaneous powder weekend escapes a breeze. Whether you're seeking a cozy family cabin or a four-season retreat, this traditional Tahoe Donner chalet brings timeless character, lots of light, nearly energy neutral and owned solar panels and a wonderful opportunity to create lasting mountain memories. Enjoy convenient access to world-class skiing at Northstar, Palisades Tahoe, Sugar Bowl and historic downtown Truckee just minutes away! Welcome home to your Tahoe-Truckee mountain escape!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$525Price/Sq.Ft.
$302/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alison Elder•DRE #DRE #01399851• Chase International - TK2
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.
Attached, insulated two-car garage with garage door opener
Construction
Frame and masonry construction with wood siding
Concrete perimeter foundation
Metal roof
Owned solar
Utilities
Utility district water and sewer
Cable connected
Natural gas not available
HOA & community
Tahoe Donner community amenities include beach access, pool, tennis courts, golf course, equestrian center, cross-country and downhill skiing, exercise equipment, and boat ramp
Electricity and solar
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Tahoe Donner Justus/Lindal Cedar Mountain Chalet with the East Perimeter Trail out your back door! Located on a sunny . 49 Acre parcel this wonderful Prowl design Chalet offers a warm wood interior and a beautiful setting. Enjoy mountain views, all day sun and adjacent greenbelt for additional privacy. Spacious vaulted living area, large kitchen, dining area plus loft too! Turn-key w/ few exclusions. Design/plan has huge unfinished bonus-workshop area with doors/windows framed in for potential build out.
Public Records
May 23, 1979
Sold
$21,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,637 (+2.7%)
$150,938 + $412,005
$562,943
2024
$7,433 (+1.3%)
$147,979 + $403,927
$551,906
2023
$7,339 (+3.1%)
$142,234 + $388,243
$530,477
2022
$7,116 (+5.3%)
$142,234 + $388,243
$530,477
2021
$6,759 (+0.7%)
$139,446 + $380,631
$520,077
2020
$6,710 (+0.1%)
$136,653 + $373,168
$509,821
2019
$6,701
$135,252 + $369,342
$504,594
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,495
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nevada County
APN
046420005000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 84° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Truckee, CA • 96161-0000
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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.
12.2 hrs
5.6 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 14010 Alder Creek Rd
$798,729
$14K over list price of $785K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $720K to $1.2M.