Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe, CA
At a glance
Glenwood is ranked #20 of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe with an overall score of 3.1/5. Its standout factor is safety (3.8/5, 18th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe). The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.9/5) and schools (3.0/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Glenwood is the quiet pocket hiding in plain sight between the Al Tahoe grid and the Stateline corridor, all tall pines and mid-century cabins on streets that go nowhere in particular, which is exactly why they stay calm. It has no landmark of its own, and that is the trick: the beaches, Bijou's park, and the casino corridor are each a few minutes out while the neighborhood itself stays residential. Housing runs older and unpretentious, with remodels arriving block by block. For a central address without corridor noise, the south shore does not offer many better moves than this one.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants-
Public Spaces3.2
Curb Appeal2.9
Overall Amenities score: 2.4 (1)
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra House Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Bijou Community | Primary | K-5 | |
| South Tahoe Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| South Tahoe High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Glenwood FAQs7 answers
Is Glenwood a good place to live?
Glenwood ranks 20th of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe with an overall Houseberry score of 3.1 out of 5. Its strongest factor is safety (3.8/5). The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.9/5) and schools (3.0/5).
Is Glenwood safe?
Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe scores 3.8 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 18th of 30 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe.
Which schools serve Glenwood?
Schools serving Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe include Sierra House Elementary (3.0/5), Bijou Community (2.7/5), South Tahoe Middle (3.0/5) and South Tahoe High (3.0/5).
What is the weather like in Glenwood?
Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 6th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe. Summer days run 44° to 77°F and winter days 21° to 43°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 25 inches a year.
Is Glenwood walkable to shops and restaurants?
Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe scores 3.2 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.4 out of 5, 23rd of 30 in South Lake Tahoe.
How does Glenwood compare to other South Lake Tahoe neighborhoods?
Glenwood ranks 20th of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe. It ranks 18th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe for safety (3.8/5) and scores lowest on curb appeal (2.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe are Cascade Properties and Fallen Leaf Lake.
What are the downsides of living in Glenwood?
Glenwood, South Lake Tahoe scores lowest on curb appeal (2.9/5) and schools (3.0/5).
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