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$157,267$120 / 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 88How 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

12142 JAMES ST

BORON, CA 93516
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,307 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$157K
$139K low$176K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,680 (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.$130,195 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,302
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,893
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,643

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 232 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Boron Junior-Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi
E
West Boron Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.7 mi

District: Muroc Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93516These 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.173
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.171

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,697
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,429
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,050
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.5 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

12142 James St 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 95% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Kern County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Boron 93516

What homes are worth in Boron 93516

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

This home
$71K$276K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Boron 93516.

How it measures up in Boron 93516

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boron 93516.

Estimated value$157,267
CheaperTypical $148,578Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 12142 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoron 93516Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,26755% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12039% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,307 ft²66% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac77% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197887% of homes40% of homes

About 12142 James St

How much is 12142 James St, Boron, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12142 James St, Boron, CA is $157,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,538 to $175,996. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12142 James St, Boron, CA last sell?

12142 James St, Boron, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12142 James St, Boron, CA?

12142 James St, Boron, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,307 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 12142 James St, Boron, CA built?

12142 James St, Boron, CA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12142 James St, Boron, CA?

12142 James St, Boron, CA is assigned to Boron Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated D+; West Boron Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Muroc Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12142 James St, Boron, CA compare to other homes in Boron 93516?

Among the 911 homes in Boron 93516, it is worth more than 55% of them ($157,267 against a typical $148,578), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($120 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 1,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1978 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 5% 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 12142 James St, Boron, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12142 James St, Boron, CA was $1,680. The county assessed it at $130,195.

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