Schaffer's Mill is a private gated golf community located in Martis Valley between Historic Downtown Truckee and Northstar California Resort. Built around an 18-hole championship golf course, the community offers a blend of luxury mountain living, modern amenities, and convenient access to recreation throughout the Truckee-Tahoe region. Its central location, thoughtful design, and family-friendly atmosphere have made Schaffer's Mill one of Truckee's most desirable private neighborhoods.
The community features a mix of custom mountain estates, luxury homesites, and low-maintenance townhomes, many with views of the golf course, surrounding forests, or the Carson Range. Homes showcase contemporary mountain architecture with high-end finishes, generous outdoor living spaces, and designs that complement the natural landscape. The variety of residences appeals to both full-time homeowners and buyers seeking a lock-and-leave mountain retreat.
Residents enjoy access to Schaffer's Mill Golf & Lake Club, which includes a championship golf course, fitness center, resort-style pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and dining at The Sawyer. Membership also includes seasonal amenities such as private ski shuttle service to Northstar and lake access opportunities during the summer. Just minutes from downtown Truckee, Northstar, and miles of hiking and biking trails, Schaffer's Mill offers a balance of privacy, recreation, and convenience that continues to attract luxury buyers throughout the Tahoe region.
295 people live in Schaffer’s Mill, where the median age is 47 and the average individual income is $108,402. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Schaffer’s Mill has 157 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Schaffer’s Mill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 295 people call Schaffer’s Mill home. The population density is 394.268 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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