Privacy awaits on this exceptional 3-acre parcel, located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. The property offers the potential for sweeping views of the Sierra Crest and the Truckee River. Directly across the street you can access to the Sawtooth Trail system which is on Forest Service land—providing thousands of acres of wilderness and year-round recreation. With no HOA restrictions and no Town of Truckee height limitations, you have the freedom to get creative with your architectural design. Located within Placer County, building permits are processed outside of the Town of Truckee. The two lots being sold together are 11902 and 11912 Rio Vista Drive. With the Forest Service land and the Sawtooth Trail system just across the street, this an ideal setting for summer biking and hiking, or winter snowmobiling and snowshoeing, with effortless access into the backcountry. A perc test has been completed and is available upon request, and the parcel should comfortably accommodate a large custom home. Situated in the desirable Ponderosa Palisades neighborhood, adjacent to Sierra Meadows, the location offers close proximity to downtown Truckee, the regional park, local shops and restaurants. Roads leading to the property are wide and gently sloped, making winter driving easier and providing ample space for snow storage. All of this is just minutes from downtown Truckee—an ideal setting to build your mountain dream home.
Lot/land
$450,000
11902 & 11912 Rio Vista Dr, Truckee, CA 96161
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3Acres
Unimproved Land
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3 Acres Lot
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What's special
Adjacent to sierra meadows
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 14 hours ago
Listed by:
Christine A Hinkel 530-412-2644,
Sierra Sotheby's Int - Rock
Source: TSMLS,MLS#: 20252627
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Filtered, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s), City, Downtown
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: STREET
- Topography: Downslope
Details
- Additional parcels included: 4
- Parcel number: 080320033 & 4
- Zoning description: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Required
- Water: Utility District
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Truckee
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Truckee
Financial & listing details
- Price range: $450K - $450K
- Date on market: 12/23/2025
- Listing agreement: EXCLUSIVE RIGHT
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
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Neighborhood: 96161
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Truckee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Alder Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 9/10Tahoe Truckee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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