Angora Highlands
Offering panoramic mountain views, modern homes, and unmatched access to nature.
Offering panoramic mountain views, modern homes, and unmatched access to nature.
Known for custom mountain homes, panoramic views, and a peaceful alpine lifestyle.
Angora Highlands is one of South Lake Tahoe's most secluded residential neighborhoods, set above the city and surrounded by thousands of acres of U.S. Forest Service land. Known for its quiet streets, mountain views, and direct access to hiking and biking trails, the neighborhood offers a peaceful setting that appeals to buyers looking for privacy without being far from everyday conveniences. Its elevated location creates a distinctly alpine atmosphere while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, and services at The Y.
The neighborhood features a mix of original Tahoe homes and newer custom residences, many of which were built following the 2007 Angora Fire. Modern homes often incorporate open floor plans, expansive windows, energy-efficient construction, and fire-resistant materials designed to complement the surrounding landscape. Larger parcels, mature pines, and the absence of through traffic contribute to the neighborhood's quiet character, making Angora Highlands especially appealing for full-time residents and those seeking a more tranquil mountain retreat.
Outdoor recreation begins just beyond the neighborhood. Residents enjoy convenient access to trails leading toward Fallen Leaf Lake, Desolation Wilderness, and the surrounding backcountry, making hiking, mountain biking, trail running, and snowshoeing part of everyday life. Camp Richardson, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and the shores of Lake Tahoe are all within a short drive, while The Y provides grocery stores, restaurants, breweries, and essential services nearby. For buyers who value privacy, modern mountain homes, and exceptional access to the outdoors, Angora Highlands remains one of South Lake Tahoe's most distinctive communities.
29,527 people live in Angora Highlands, where the median age is 40.3 and the average individual income is $54,839. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Angora Highlands, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Fallen Leaf Store, Honeybee Ice Cream Truck, and Barkley Co.
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| Dining | 1.36 miles | 15 reviews | 3.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.66 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 2 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 7 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 6 reviews | 4.2/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 11 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.45 miles | 49 reviews | 3.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.52 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.56 miles | 146 reviews | 3.4/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.88 miles | 108 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.88 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.01 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.2 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.93 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.05 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.1 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.14 miles | 2 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.24 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.34 miles | 121 reviews | 3.4/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.54 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.54 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.52 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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Angora Highlands has 12,678 households, with an average household size of 2.29. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Angora Highlands do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,527 people call Angora Highlands home. The population density is 181 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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