According to legend, when the first European settlers crossed the Sierra, a Paiute chief rode toward them calling “tro-kay,” which loosely translated means “everything is OK, you’re safe here.” Though the area hit some bumps since then — yes, its Donner Pass refers to those Donners — residents in today’s Truckee live with that same, early attitude; the biggest tension you’ll see is the line for the EV chargers at the Crossroads. Over the past year, 398 residential sales are on record, at a median price of $1.205M. Here, three listings for those seeking the mountain-to-lake lifestyle:
→ 14924 Northwoods Blvd (Truckee, above) • 3BR/2BA, 1919 SF • Ask: $925K (down from $949K on 8/29) • 1986 build classic on early-plow street • Days on market: 21 • Agent: Ethan Pontz, Coldwell Banker.
→ 13345 Skiview Loop (Truckee) • 4BR/3BA, 2703 SF • Ask: $1.949M • new construction with high ceilings, loft • Days on market: 9 • Agent: Nina Clifton, Sierra Sotheby’s.
→ 750 John McKinney (Truckee) • 4BR/3.1BA, 3875 SF • Ask: $5.295M • custom Clare Walton design on quiet cul-de-sac • Days on market: 30 • Agent: Katie Tyler, Tahoe Mountain Realty.