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Property Description
Quality custom Christmas Valley home on a sunny and level lot with filtered mountain views. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,792 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a 10,018 square foot lot and features expansive front and rear decks that provide excellent outdoor living and a peaceful mountain setting.The main living area features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, quality laminate flooring, surround sound, and a gas fireplace with a beautiful ledgestone surround. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, offering granite slab countertops, custom knotty alder cabinetry, stainless steel Thermador appliances, and a large island with a prep sink and additional workspace.The upstairs primary suite provides a comfortable retreat and features a see-through gas fireplace that connects to the spa-style bathroom with a jetted soaking tub, stall shower, dual sink vanity, and a generous walk-in closet.The main level also includes a guest bedroom and full bathroom, offering flexibility for guests or a home office.Downstairs is a spacious family or game room with a third gas fireplace, wet bar, and French doors leading to the fully fenced backyard. Two additional guest bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the lower level, creating a functional layout for family and guests.Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, quality finishes throughout, and multiple outdoor living areas to enjoy the mountain setting.Located in the desirable Christmas Valley neighborhood, the home is close to miles of hiking and biking trails leading to the Truckee River and is conveniently situated between Sierra-at-Tahoe, Kirkwood, and Heavenly ski resorts, while only a short drive to the beaches of Lake Tahoe.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2820 Santa Claus Dr
General
- Price: $1,158,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: South_Tahoe_MLS
- MLS ID: 142703
- Updated: 4/9/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Insert
- Counters: Granite, Slab
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Yes
- Bedroom 1: Primary Bath, Double Sinks, Jetted Tub, Stall Shower, Slab Counters, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Garbage Disposal, Microwave Built-in, Dishwasher Built-in, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
- Other Room 1: Game Room, Family Room, Great Room, Upstairs Living
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Bear-Proof Trash Can
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: Christmas Valley 2
- County: El Dorado
- Subdivision: Christmas Valley 2
- Cross Streets: Raindeer Way
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Utility Description: ElectricityAvailable, NaturalGasAvailable, Cable TV, Telephone
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete/Crawl Space
- Roof: Pitched, Composition
- Windows: Double Pane, Vinyl Frame
- Windows/Doors: Double Pane, Vinyl Frame
- Square Feet: 2,792
- Year Built: 2015
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Forest
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,018
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Grounds/Landscape: Fully Landscaped
- Irrigation System: Full Sprinklers
Green Features
- Green Features: High Efficiency Furnace, Low E Windows, On Demand H2O Heater
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $414.76
- Price Per Acre: $5,034,782.61
Disclosures and Reports
- APN: 36412015000
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Schools
Schools serving 2820 Santa Claus Dr
School District:Lake Tahoe Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tahoe Valley Elementary School 943 Tahoe Island Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 | K-5 | 6.6 mi |
South Tahoe Middle School 2940 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 | 6-8 | 7.9 mi |
South Tahoe High School 1735 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 | 9-12 | 5.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2820 Santa Claus Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/09/2026
Listed
$1,158,000
65.43%
MLS
5/04/2020
Sold
$700,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2820 Santa Claus Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,503
5%
$765,546
2%
2024
$8,063
2%
$750,536
2%
2023
$7,923
-1%
$735,820
—
2022
$7,968
3%
$732,894
—
2021
$7,721
—
$733,652
2%
2020
$7,757
1%
$720,558
2%
2019
$7,718
2%
$706,431
2%
2018
$7,544
2%
$692,580
2%
2017
$7,424
-3%
$679,000
-2%
2016
$7,666
471%
$695,000
512%
2015
$1,343
69%
$113,500
62%
2014
$793
—
$70,000
—
2013
$794
—
$70,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2820 Santa Claus Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (MLS# 142703) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 2820 Santa Claus Drive is currently listed for $1,158,000 and was received on April 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 2820 Santa Claus Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Lake Tahoe? You can browse all South Lake Tahoe real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

