229 Basque Dr, Truckee, CA 96161
Property image
Property image
SOLD
DEC 31, 2025

229 Basque Dr
Truckee, CA 96161

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,612 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$890,000

Last Sold: Dec 31, 2025
6% below list $949K
$552/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,388/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$890,000

Last Sold: Dec 31, 2025
6% below list $949K
$552/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,388/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,612 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 229 Basque Dr.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
1,612 sqft
Price/Sqft
$552/sqft
Parking
None
HOA
$142/Monthly

About this House

Here's an opportunity to own a single-family home within a premier ski resort—at a price point that’s hard to find in Northstar. 229 Basque delivers incredible value with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and thoughtful design that maximizes both space and functionality. You’ll find generous storage throughout, including roomy closets and two large basement areas—perfect for gear and seasonal items. What sets this home apart is not just the price, but what comes with it. Northstar’s on-demand shuttle picks you up at your driveway and takes you straight to the lifts or the Village, where you can enjoy shopping, dining, and even ice skating—all without having to move your car. In addition, as a Northstar homeowner, you'll have access to the Northstar Property Owners’ Recreation Center—featuring a year-round heated lap pool, spas, fitness center, tennis courts, a kids’ splash pool, game room, and seasonal poolside snack bar. Inside, the home has a relaxed mountain feel with Scandinavian-style wood walls, exposed beams, a classic stone fireplace, and serene views of the surrounding peaks. It’s the kind of place that invites you to slow down, recharge, and enjoy all that Tahoe living has to offer. Whether you're looking for a smart investment, a weekend getaway at an affordable price with low carrying costs, or your own full-time escape, 229 Basque delivers big on the mountain lifestyle with immediate outdoor access to trails, convenience, and long-term value.
229 Basque Dr, Truckee, CA 96161 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,612 sqft single-family home built in 1979. It last sold for $890,000 on Dec 31, 2025 (6% below the $949,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $904,600, with a rent estimate of $4,758/month.

Home Details for 229 Basque Dr

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1612 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable ConnectedAppliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,CFAHHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Fireplace: Living Room, StoneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Filtered, Panoramic, Mountain(s), Meadow

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Deck(s): 3 or moreOther Structures: NoneFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageParking: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Utility District
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Upslope

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Mountain
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: UsedParcel Number: 11039003100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $949,000Price Per Sqft: $552/sqftPrice Range: $890,000 - $949,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 19 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Truckee

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1612 Square Feet

HOA

Has an HOAHOA Fee: $1,700/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash To New Loan

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Insulation

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 20250397Days In Mls: 243

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Pool,Tennis Court(s),Exercise Equipment
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Justin R Swett, (530) 550-2000
Tahoe Mountain Realty
Bought with: 0 NON-MEMBER, NON Member
Source: TSMLS, MLS#20250397

Price History for 229 Basque Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/31/2025$890,000Sold
TSMLS #20250397
11/21/2025$949,000PendingTSMLS #20250397
09/19/2025$949,000PendingToActiveTSMLS #20250397
09/18/2025$949,000PendingTSMLS #20250397
03/22/2025$949,000Listed For SaleTSMLS #20250397
08/16/2021$875,000Sold
TSMLS #20211755

Market trends in Truckee

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.06M
$69.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$607
$10MoM
Available listings
233
6MoM
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,592
Assessment$928,556
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 Basque Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
725 Conifer, Truckee, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,299,000
05/06/26
4
3
2,038
172 Basque Dr, Truckee, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
01/09/26
3
3
2,364
195 Basque Dr, Truckee, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,530,000
12/10/25
4
4.5
2,600
711 Conifer, Truckee, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
03/04/26
5
4
3,132
1048 Martis Lndg, Truckee, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
01/30/26
4
2
2,008
137 Basque Dr, Truckee, CA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/25/25
4
3
2,422
1063 Martis Lndg, Truckee, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$915,000
04/27/26
1
2
1,373
210 Bitter Brush Way, Truckee, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,525,000
10/24/25
5
6
4,490
1625 Deer Path, Truckee, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$928,000
09/22/25
3
2.5
1,608

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 229 Basque Dr.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

What Locals Say about Truckee

At least 158 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say there's wildlife

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 18 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 17 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 16 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Aftertheharvest
    "Halloween, 4th, Truckee Thursdays, music and more. Great family community, just really expensive but totally worth it "
    0
    Flag
  • Daniel Ricciato
    "I live about 150 miles away so my commute would be quite arduous if I lived here full time. That being said I suppose I could take a private plane and then it would be quite enjoyable."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "The Lake and the mountains are unique and lovely. Old town has such a beautiful day time experience walking along the river."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Truckee Thursdays are the best very fun and full of surprises from the community and also with special small business from the area."
    0
    Flag
  • Lindsaylahonta
    "locals neighborhood. trails out backyard, and also paved path. close to middle school, rec center, and pool"
    0
    Flag
  • Jazzedallday
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 11 years and it is full of friendly people, has a beautiful river and tons of wildlife and scenery. Definitely for the outdoor type. "
    0
    Flag
  • Aftertheharvest
    "25 minutes to work one way. Easy and flat. Public transportation would not be feasible from Glenshire at all. "
    0
    Flag
  • Wellsangie2003
    "Music in the park on Wednesday nights in the summer and Truckee Thursdays. Truckee Clean up day with BBQ at the park. 4th of July party. TRUCKEE Follies, "
    1
    Flag
  • Mklehrmann
    "Mountains and lakes, newer homes and well maintained. Neighborhood amenities are convenient. Easy access and many activities."
    0
    Flag
  • Minna J.
    "Lake Tahoe is so beautiful, with majestic mountains everywhere and quaint little towns with lots of good places to eat and drink."
    0
    Flag
  • Selby06
    "Too much traffic and town is too busy to truly enjoy it anymore. Ski resorts are way to crowded to ski on the weekends."
    0
    Flag
  • Katie M.
    "Easy access to open space when they can be let off leash. There are lakes and reservoirs nearby to take dogs to play fetch and swim. "
    1
    Flag
  • Paigenicole77
    "The 4th of July has a lot of fun events to attend in the area. It is so fun. You should live here. I"
    0
    Flag
  • Gdesinphillips
    "We are in wild animals territory. It’s important to the safety of our pets to never forget. We had great walks with our pup on the legacy trail along the river."
    1
    Flag
  • Mwwhite38
    "too much traffic on my hill . Snow plow makes a berm.... must stay on top of it. Keep plenty of wood. Nice in the spring and summer. I like the music in the park and at Squaw in good weather. winter utilities are high. Fuel is high . Shopping in Re.no is much better price wise. "
    1
    Flag
  • Joshua M.
    "Our three dogs love the hiking trails nearby, playing at the dog beach at Donner Lake, and the dog-friendly community!"
    0
    Flag
  • Megankeyeslux
    "Super easy 5 minutes to town an work an to all the fabulous night life and restaurants. Coffee shops In walking distance "
    0
    Flag
  • Billkea
    "my neighborhood does not have public transportation to downtown. A car is required in this neighborhood"
    0
    Flag
  • Olson
    "Easy for the most part... except in winter, you never know what you’re going to get. All in all, it’s worth it to live in such a magical place"
    1
    Flag
  • Jazzedallday
    "There are lots of trails for walking and bikes. Neighbors are great and considerate. People look at for each other. "
    0
    Flag
  • Michelle M.
    "Very dog friendly - all the neighborhood dogs know each other!!! And the neighbors all know whose dog belongs where and to which neighbor or visitor!"
    1
    Flag
  • Jazzedallday
    "Lived here9 years. Nice neighbors and neighborhood. Safe, clean great community. Plentiful bike and hiking trails. "
    0
    Flag
  • Nancy S.
    "Good place to live with low crime and good schools. A lot of good outdoor activities including skiing in the winter and mountain bike or pump track in the summer. "
    0
    Flag
  • HB530
    "My commute to work is 15 min. Almost no traffic, unless there is snow. And people trying to make it to the resorts to ski. "
    1
    Flag
  • Jude
    "Can ride bikes to town on a bike path the entire way. The bike paths are very safe for kids and dogs and are through the woods and paved."
    0
    Flag
  • Rozworrall
    "We have two 4 wheel drive vehicles, one for each of us. One can go skiing and one can go to Reno or golfing. e use public transportation if the timing is right and/or we do not need to transport, kayaks, golf clubs, ski equipment or groceries."
    0
    Flag
  • Cperettie
    "Movie night in the summer at Tahoe dinner. Summer concert series. The Beach club and activities at dinner lake. Skiing at Tahoe Donner Ski hill as well as hiking all the trails. "
    0
    Flag
  • Dalsey e.
    "Truckee is a great place to have a dog or multiple dogs. There are national parks and open spaces where dogs can run off leash safely without the danger of cars. If you don’t have a tracker or if your dog doesn’t return on command then you might want to think about keeping them on a leash. There is a lot of wild life to make your dog run off and get lost. "
    0
    Flag
  • Your F. W.
    "This is a dog friendly area. It is safe to walk with animals and safe to do so. Unfortunately the street can be Busy "
    0
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

21 pet-friendly rentals in Truckee, CA

Explore by feature - Garage

129 rentals with a garage in Truckee, CA

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

44 rentals with air conditioning in Truckee, CA

Explore by feature - Pool

64 rentals with a pool in Truckee, CA

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

163 rentals with a washer/dryer in Truckee, CA

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

20 rentals with an outdoor space in Truckee, CA

Homes for sale near 229 Basque Dr

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 229 Basque Dr

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Frequently asked questions about 229 Basque Dr

  • What is 229 Basque Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 229 Basque Dr in Truckee, CA is $904,600.
  • What is the price history for 229 Basque Dr?
    229 Basque Dr in Truckee, CA last sold for $890,000 in December 2025.
  • Is Truckee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Truckee is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Truckee?
    The median sale price in Truckee is $1.06M. That is up $69.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 229 Basque Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 229 Basque Dr in Truckee, CA has a pool.
  • Does 229 Basque Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 229 Basque Dr in Truckee, CA has in-unit laundry.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the Tahoe Sierra Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Zillow, Inc. are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.
The information being provided is for the consumers personal , non-commercial use and may not be used for any other purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
© Copyright 2026 Tahoe Sierra Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.