Lakeview Heights, South Lake Tahoe, CA
At a glance
Lakeview Heights is ranked #27 of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe with an overall score of 2.8/5. Its standout factor is public spaces (3.6/5). It ranks 20th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe for schools. The trade-offs are safety (2.6/5) and schools (3.0/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Lakeview Heights climbs the slope between the Bijou flats and Heavenly's California side, and the name is accurate: get a couple of streets up and the lake starts filling the windows. The mix runs from older hillside cabins to serious view rebuilds, with the Ski Run Boulevard restaurants a short drop below. Grade is the defining fact. Driveways are steep, winter mornings want all-wheel drive, and the best views come with the most shoveling. Sun exposure varies street to street, and the locals learn quickly which blocks melt out first. Buyers chasing a panorama without lakefront pricing keep finding their way up here, and the hillside keeps rewarding the climb.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants-
Public Spaces3.6
Curb Appeal3.3
Overall Amenities score: 2.8 (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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Lakeview Heights FAQs7 answers
Is Lakeview Heights a good place to live?
Lakeview Heights ranks 27th of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe with an overall Houseberry score of 2.8 out of 5. Its strongest factor is public spaces (3.6/5). The trade-offs are safety (2.6/5) and schools (3.0/5).
Is Lakeview Heights safe?
Lakeview Heights, South Lake Tahoe scores 2.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 28th of 30 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe.
Which schools serve Lakeview Heights?
Schools serving Lakeview Heights, 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 Lakeview Heights?
Lakeview Heights, South Lake Tahoe receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 4th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe. Summer days run 46° to 76°F and winter days 23° to 43°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 27 inches a year.
Is Lakeview Heights walkable to shops and restaurants?
Lakeview Heights, South Lake Tahoe scores 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.8 out of 5, 12th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe.
How does Lakeview Heights compare to other South Lake Tahoe neighborhoods?
Lakeview Heights ranks 27th of 71 neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe. It ranks 20th of 30 in South Lake Tahoe for schools (3.0/5) and scores lowest on safety (2.6/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe are Cascade Properties and Fallen Leaf Lake.
What are the downsides of living in Lakeview Heights?
Lakeview Heights, South Lake Tahoe scores lowest on safety (2.6/5) and schools (3.0/5).
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