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$438,129$583 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Mar 2, 2017

11896 LAUREL AVE

FORESTVILLE, CA 95436
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
752 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$438K
$412K low$464K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Mar 2, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,386 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$325,538 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,214
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,324
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$319,156

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
80
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountySONOMA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1962
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Forestville Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 3.4 mi
M
Forestville AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 2–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Analy High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi

District: West Sonoma County Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95436These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.340

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.227 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,013
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

11896 Laurel Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 93% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Forestville 95436
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Sonoma County

What homes are worth in Forestville 95436

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$232K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Forestville 95436.

How it measures up in Forestville 95436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forestville 95436.

Estimated value$438,129
CheaperTypical $568,096Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$583
CheaperTypical $471Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area752 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 11896 Laurel Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestville 95436Sonoma County
Estimated valuepricier than$438,12927% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58376% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than752 ft²16% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac60% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than196155% of homes25% of homes

About 11896 Laurel Ave

How much is 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA is $438,129 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $412,153 to $464,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA last sell?

11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA last sold on Mar 2, 2017 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA?

11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 752 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA built?

11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA?

11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA is assigned to Forestville Elementary School (elementary); Forestville Academy (middle), rated C-; Analy High School (high), rated A-. All sit in West Sonoma County Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA compare to other homes in Forestville 95436?

Among the 2,369 homes in Forestville 95436, it is worth more than 27% of them ($438,129 against a typical $568,096), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($583 against a typical $471), it is bigger than 16% of them (752 ft² against a typical 1,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1961 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Sonoma County, it is worth more than 7% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 11896 Laurel Ave, Forestville, CA was $4,386. The county assessed it at $325,538.

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