Best Real Estate Agents in South Lake Tahoe, CA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in South Lake Tahoe, CA? This page compares realtors in South Lake Tahoe within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in South Lake Tahoe, CA or help buying a home in South Lake Tahoe, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Balanced ⚖️
The South Lake Tahoe, CA real estate market is currently balanced: inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking. Homes are selling at 96% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 24 active listings and 44 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.5 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 11%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 6%. Listings in South Lake Tahoe are moving 29 days faster than the El Dorado County average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $452K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 54 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Detached Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend Prices in the Mid-Market Detached Home tier have stabilized over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes fell 13% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 52 days. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 98%.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $1.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 60 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $2.5M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 67 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $475K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Entry Level range averaged 62 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 95% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $682K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the Mid-Market range averaged 55 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) tier had a median sale price of $1.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in the High-End range averaged 77 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Townhomes
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $428K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 51 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Townhomes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $684K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 72 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Townhomes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Townhome tier had a median sale price of $1.4M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the High-End range averaged 99 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Townhomes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Townhome tier had a median sale price of $1.9M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 108 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Townhomes received 94% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $379K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 58 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $668K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 41 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mobile/Manufactured Homes
Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home tier had a median sale price of $182K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Mobile/Manufactured Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 89 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Homes received 96% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Detached Home | — | 3 | 8 | 5 | 16 |
| Mobile/Manufactured Home | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Townhome | — | — | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in South Lake Tahoe, CA performing right now?
The data indicates a tight but negotiable market in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Inventory is at 0.5 months of supply. Inventory is tight, but homes are selling below asking on average, so buyers still have some room to negotiate despite limited choice.
What are the current pricing trends for South Lake Tahoe, CA real estate?
Currently, $759,000 represents the median entry point in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Over the past half-year, home values in South Lake Tahoe have moved downward by approximately 11% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in South Lake Tahoe, CA getting their full asking price?
Buyers have some room to negotiate in South Lake Tahoe, CA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 96.2%. On average, properties in South Lake Tahoe are transitioning from active to sold status in 61 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so South Lake Tahoe, CA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Ryan Smith (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 4 closed listings), Donald Souers (Entry Level Detached Homes, 2 closed listings), Peter Delilli (High-End Detached Homes, 2 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the South Lake Tahoe, CA market compare to El Dorado County trends?
South Lake Tahoe, CA maintains a distinct profile within the broader El Dorado County region. Median home values are currently 36% higher than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of South Lake Tahoe.
Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA may want to work with Brent Johnson. Their buyer transactions in this segment close faster than the local norm and at sale-to-list ratios that are more favorable than typical — meaning they move quickly and negotiate effectively for the buyers they represent. Based on 10 closed purchases in this segment (21 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).
Which agent is best for buying an Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Our data flags Patricia Balibrera as a top buyer's advocate for Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home properties in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Their buyer transactions in the Entry Level Mobile/Manufactured Home category in South Lake Tahoe, CA reflect genuine niche experience — a meaningful advantage over agents working this segment only occasionally. Based on 6 closed purchases in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Mark Salmon has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home purchases in South Lake Tahoe, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment (6 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Ryan Smith has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in South Lake Tahoe, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 4 closed listings in this segment (5 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Peter Erdody has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in South Lake Tahoe, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed purchases in this segment (8 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Amir Cackovic has recent Entry Level Detached Home purchases in South Lake Tahoe, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Michael Keller has recent Ultra-Luxury Detached Home listings in South Lake Tahoe, CA, at an above-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment (7 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Billy Wilkes has recent Mid-Market Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) purchases in South Lake Tahoe, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (6 in South Lake Tahoe, CA overall).