Inside an Off-Market Sale in Lakeview, Incline Village
There wasn't a "For Sale" sign anywhere near this one. At 110 Robert Ave, in Incline Village's Lakeview subdivision, the Plastiras Team recently represented both the buyer and the seller in a sale that never touched the open market — connecting a young family with the exact home they needed, in the exact neighborhood they wanted, so they could put down roots and eventually build the home they'll raise their kids in.
We don't say this lightly: this one is special to us. Here's how it came together, and why it matters.
How do off-market home sales work in Incline Village?
An off-market sale happens when a home changes hands without ever being publicly listed — matched instead through direct relationships, local knowledge, and trust between the parties involved. In a tight-inventory market like Lakeview, where good lots and homes rarely sit on the market long (if they even make it there), off-market deals are often the only way a family finds the right home in the right neighborhood.
That's exactly the situation we were in. Through a personal connection, we knew of a young family searching for a home in the right part of Incline Village — not just any house, but a lot and a location where they could eventually expand and build their forever home, the kind of childhood setting Amber and I were lucky enough to have growing up here ourselves. The problem: nothing fit their needs on the market, and nothing was coming soon.
So we went and found it.
Finding a home that wasn't for sale
We walked the Lakeview neighborhood block by block, identifying specific homes that matched what this family needed — the right lot, the right setting, the right potential. Then we reached out directly to the owners, using the personal and professional relationships we've built over nine years at Lakeshore Realty and a lifetime in this community.
One homeowner responded. It turned out to be the right home, at the right time, for the right reasons on both sides.
Can one real estate team represent both the buyer and the seller?
Yes — with full transparency and the trust of both parties, a team can represent buyer and seller in the same transaction. We took that responsibility seriously. Once we'd connected the two families, our job shifted to something harder than finding a home: negotiating a fair, honest deal that worked for both sides at once.
That meant extensive comp analysis and deep market knowledge of Lakeview and the surrounding neighborhoods, so both the buyer and the seller could trust that the price was accurate and fair — not just to close a deal, but because it was the right number. That kind of confidence only comes from decades of experience in this specific market.
What is a land capability survey, and why does it matter here?
Because the buyers' plan was to eventually expand and build on the property, buildability wasn't a detail — it was the whole point. In the Lake Tahoe basin, TRPA regulations mean not every lot can be built or expanded on the way an owner might hope. So beyond standard inspections, we managed a land capability survey to confirm what the buyers could actually build before they ever committed.
From there, we handled every piece of the transaction ourselves: inspections, the land capability review, and full transaction management from contract to close.
What happens after closing
For us, closing day wasn't the finish line. We're continuing to support this family with our local connections as they plan, permit, and build their dream home — because a forever home isn't really finished until they're living in it.
Why trust matters most
Both families placed their trust in us — the sellers, to make sure their home went to the right people at a fair price; the buyers, to make sure this was truly the right home, at the right value, in the right neighborhood for the family they're building. That trust is the entire foundation of a deal like this one, and it's not something that can be manufactured. It comes from decades of experience, deep roots in this specific community, and a reputation we protect carefully — because we're raising our own kids in this small town too.
It's rare for a transaction to come together quite like this one did. We're proud of it, and we're proud of the two families who trusted us to make it happen.
If you're hoping to find a home in Incline Village that isn't on the market yet, curious what your own home might be worth in today's market, or thinking about selling, the Plastiras Team at Lakeshore Realty would love to help. Get a free, instant estimate with our home valuation tool, or contact us directly to start the conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lakeview subdivision like in Incline Village?
Lakeview sits on the non-lake side of Lakeshore Boulevard in Incline Village, within walking distance of the Lakeshore Blvd. path and Burnt Cedar Beach. Lots tend to be level and spacious, averaging just under half an acre, with a mix of original homes and newer luxury construction.
Can a real estate team represent both the buyer and seller in Nevada?
Yes, with proper disclosure and the informed consent of both parties. It requires the team to negotiate fairly for both sides rather than favoring either one.
Do I need a land capability survey to build or expand a home in Incline Village?
In many cases, yes. TRPA regulations in the Lake Tahoe basin govern what can be built or expanded on a given lot, so a land capability assessment is often a critical step before finalizing plans to build.
How do I find an off-market home in Incline Village?
Off-market opportunities typically come through local relationships and direct outreach rather than public listings. Working with an agent with deep, longstanding ties to the specific neighborhood you want is usually the difference between finding one and missing it — and if you're curious what your current home could fetch on (or off) the market, our home valuation tool is a good place to start.
