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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Convenient outdoor recreation
  • Cozy studio apartment

Location

879 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
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Management

Select Property Management, Inc. - South Lake Tahoe COM/MFH

Leasing office

(530) 542-0557

Property Overview

EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5 out of 10, showcasing its competitive pricing and excellent value for its amenities and location. Residents can enjoy notable features, including on-site laundry, outdoor recreation, and a cozy studio apartment, all within a highly rated area that offers convenience to transportation and essential services. The property maintains a good level of transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring potential renters have a clear understanding of the living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath350 sqft$995 /mo1 unit availableGreat location close to the "Y" for $925 plus $95 utilities

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Building details

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About EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments

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Great location close to the "Y" for $925 plus $95 utilities


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in South Lake Tahoe

studio apartments at EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments cost about 20% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in South Lake Tahoe.

Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
South Lake Tahoe
A table of studio rental data trends in South Lake Tahoe
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,195
November 2023$1,200
December 2023$1,235
January 2024$1,285
February 2024$1,120
March 2024$1,174
April 2024$1,175
May 2024$1,125
June 2024$1,174
July 2024$1,149
August 2024$1,180
September 2024$1,267
October 2024$1,284
November 2024$1,215
December 2024$1,166
January 2025$1,088
February 2025$1,089
March 2025$1,198
April 2025$1,223
May 2025$1,186
June 2025$1,222
July 2025$1,260
August 2025$1,181
September 2025$1,272
October 2025$1,283

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near EM879-YSouthTahoeApartments

Tahoe Valley Elementary School

943 tahoe island dr

south lake tahoe, CA, 96150

K-5Public
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Getting around South Lake Tahoe near 879 Emerald Bay Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 879 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 879 Emerald Bay Rd

Smart & Final Extra!
2061 Lake Tahoe Blvd
Ski Run Liquor
1950 Lake Tahoe Blvd
Raley's
1040 Emerald Bay Rd
Grocery Outlet
2358 Lake Tahoe Blvd
Holiday Market
2977 Lincoln Hwy

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