Gray’s Crossing
Description
Gray’s Crossing is a private resort community located just North of Truckee (about 5-10 minutes from downtown). The Peter Jacobson and Jim Hardy 18-hole golf course is one of the best features of Gray’s Crossing. There are 101 home sites in Gray’s Crossing with many offering views of the golf course, and the heavily treed woods nearby. The three parts making up Gray’s Crossing are The Bluffs, The Ridge, and The Woods. Homeowers in Gray’s Crossing have the option to purchase a Tahoe Mountain Club Membership.
Price Range: $700k - $4 million
Amenities: Yes - Homeowners get to purchase a Tahoe Mountain Resorts Membership
HOA: Yes
Approximate % Locals/2nd Homeowners: 1% locals/ 99% 2nd homeowners
Condos: Yes
Approximate Lot Size: .25 - .5 acres
Price Range for Lots: $100K - $750K
Glenshire, Devonshire & Cambridge
Description
Glenshire & Devonshire are two of the most popular family neighborhoods in the Truckee area. Many locals prefer Glenshire/Devonshire because of its more affordable home prices, lower snow load, and proximity to schools. It is located about 6 miles East of Truckee making it about 28 miles from Reno. There are 1,357 lots in Glenshire that range in size from 1/4 acre to nearly 2 acres. Apart from the ammenities in Glenshire there are miles and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. With its clubhouse and other amenities along with its family neighborhood feel, it is easy to see why so many families prefer this area and why it has such a strong sense of community.
Price Range: $299,000 - $2,950,000
Amenities: Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Clubhouse, Volleyball Courts, BBQ pits, playground, Basketball Courts
HOA: Yes
Approximate % Locals/2nd Homeowners: 90% locals; 10% 2nd homeowners
Condos: None
Approximate Lot Size: .25 - 1.88 acres
Price Range for Lots: $120K - $600K
Donner Lake
Description
Donner Lake is an ideal place for homeowners who want to be near the lake, but don’t want to spend the higher prices for Lake Tahoe. Donner Lake is rich with history of the Truckee area with its Donner Lake Memorial and musuem on the east end. Donner has much to offer for both locals and second home owners with its many beaches and docks for sunbathing and swimming in the summer. There is also a marina for docking boats and many public BBQ areas located along the lake. Some of the best rock climbing in Truckee can be found just past Donner Lake up Old Highway 40. There are many older, rustic cabins located along Donner Lake and many of them have incredible lake views. Some of the other developments at Donner Lake are the newer development of Wolfe Estates and Donner Lake Woods.
Price Range: $320K - $4 mil.
Amenities: (West End Homeowners) private beach access on West End of Donner Lake, Volley ball courts, BBQ pits, boat storage, ping pong tables, playground, basketball courts, dock
HOA: For West End homeowners
Approximate % Locals/2nd Homeowners: 50% primary homeowners/ 50% 2nd homeowners
Condos: Some
Approximate Lot Size: .2 - 5 acres
Price Range for Lots: $245K - $1.300k
Carnelian Bay
Description
Price Range: $680K - $5.5 mil.
Amenities: Some waterfront amenities for various properties
HOA: No
Approximate % Locals/2nd Homeowners: 30% locals; 70% 2nd homeowners
Condos: Yes
Approximate Lot Size: .2 - .6 acres
Price Range for Lots: $500K - $2.2 mil.
Alpine Meadows
Description
Alpine Meadows is a small ski resort community located about 10 miles south of Truckee. This is an ideal location for homeowners who prefer a small, serene location near a great ski hill. Some homeowners can even ski right to their homes! There are miles of trails located within Alpine Meadows for hiking, biking, and horseback riding from the nearby equestrian center. Alpine Meadows is a beautiful area with breath taking views of the mountains, fields, ponds and streams. Bear Creek is a smaller community located within Alpine Meadows and this neighborhood has its own on site property manager.
