South Lake Tahoe Neighborhood

Is Meadow Lake / Rolling Wood Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe0

Medium0

Low7

Other6

45 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape9

Child involved29

Assault6

Other7

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near Colorado County Jail on 300 20 Road, across from Brew Road. Units Engine 25 and Medic 48 responded. Code 1250 was mentioned.	Colorado Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported traffic collision near the entrance of a mobile home park on Comanche Road in South Lake Tahoe, across from a nearby court. The call may involve a person possibly trapped in a vehicle.	Comanche Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Traffic
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Chalktown Court and Cal Court. Medical units were assigned to the location.	California Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Medical Emergency
Jul 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vegetation fire in the area of Echo Lake, with an air attack resource requested. Crews also discuss the type or classification of the fire.	Echo Lake, CA 95721	Wildfire
Jul 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, incident 442: Fire crews were dispatched to a reported vegetation fire in the Angora Ridge/Angora Lookout area, with multiple engines and battalion resources assigned; first resource on scene reported contact with Angora IC on CDF Tac 9.	South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Wildfire
Jul 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver in a silver Lexus sedan traveling east on Highway 50 near Adrian Way, with hazard lights on and difficulty staying in its lane.	US-50, South Lake Tahoe, CA	Traffic
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic collision at the intersection of 4th Street and 10th Street in South Lake Tahoe, with one division declining additional help at this time.	10th St, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Traffic
Jun 25, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of an orange pickup driving recklessly eastbound on Highway 178 near the South Lake fire station, with unsafe passing and an estimated speed around 90 mph.	Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Traffic
Jun 17, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible reckless driver in a silver Honda sedan traveling north on Highway 89 from the Y in South Lake Tahoe, described as speeding and making dangerous passes that nearly caused a head-on collision.	US-50 & CA-89, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Traffic
Jun 7, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch and deputies coordinated assistance for a disabled vehicle on Rubicon Trail, including a possible tow truck and a potential ride for the driver while a family member attempted to reach the location.	Rubicon Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$1,002,862

Average Rent

$3,599

Vacancy Rate

45.6%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Meadow Lake / Rolling Wood Heights is a rural neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe, CA, with a median home price of $1,002,862, more expensive than most California neighborhoods.

The area has a very high vacancy rate of 45.6%, often due to seasonal occupancy common in vacation areas, and a dominant share of detached single-family homes.

RuralHigh VacancyDetached Homes

Quick Facts

Detached Single-Family Homes	99.2%

Housing market and real estate character

Meadow Lake / Rolling Wood Heights is dominated by detached single-family homes, mostly owner occupied, with many built between 1970 and present.

Seasonally Occupied Homes	43.7%
Housing Age (Built 1970-1999)	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancies are common due to seasonal use and vacation area status.

Nearly all housing consists of detached single-family homes.

Families & Lifestyle

Meadow Lake / Rolling Wood Heights has low child poverty and a high share of executive and professional workers.

Retiree & Family Friendly — Top 9.2% retiree-friendly neighborhood in California and a good choice for families with school-aged children.

Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Executive & Professional Employment	47.4%
Sales & Service Employment	29.1%

Demographics

Income Level	Upper-middle income
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
English Ancestry	22.8%
Greek Ancestry	1.9%
English Language Speakers	88.4%

Commute

Most residents have moderate commutes and primarily drive alone to work.

Meadow Lake / Rolling Wood Heights offers manageable commute times with common car usage.

Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.

Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling.

Commute 15-30 Minutes	52.1%
Drive Alone Rate	65.7%
Carpool Rate	8.0%

Homes for sale near 96150

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$695,000

3 bd | 2 ba | 1,212 sqft

1259 Lodi Ave

South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150