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$761,187$290 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $748,500 on Apr 29, 2024

12159 BRILLIANT WAY

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA 95742
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,627 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$761K
$730K low$793K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$748,500 · Apr 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,902 (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.$787,801 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$202,878
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$584,923
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$772,354

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.48
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.11 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
CountySACRAMENTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Sunrise Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi
M
Katherine L. Albiani Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 10.8 mi
H
Pleasant Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.9 mi

District: Elk Grove Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95742These 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.37
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,491
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.310 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,174
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,266
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

12159 Brilliant Way 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 more than 89% of homes in Rancho Cordova 95742
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Cresleigh Ranch
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Cresleigh Ranch
  • Among the newest homes in Sacramento County

What homes are worth in Rancho Cordova 95742

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

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$500K$865K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Rancho Cordova 95742.

How it measures up in Rancho Cordova 95742

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rancho Cordova 95742.

Estimated value$761,187
CheaperTypical $629,477Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$290
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area2,627 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 2019Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 12159 Brilliant Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCresleigh RanchRancho Cordova 95742Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$761,18775% of homes89% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29075% of homes64% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,627 ft²56% of homes69% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac94% of homes94% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than202491% of homes88% of homesalmost all homes

About 12159 Brilliant Way

How much is 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA is $761,187 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $729,760 to $792,614. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA last sell?

12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA last sold on Apr 29, 2024 for $748,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,627 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA built?

12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA is assigned to Sunrise Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Katherine L. Albiani Middle School (middle), rated A-; Pleasant Grove High School (high), rated A. All sit in Elk Grove Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA compare to other homes in Rancho Cordova 95742?

Among the 8,863 homes in Rancho Cordova 95742, it is worth more than 89% of them ($761,187 against a typical $629,477), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($290 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,627 ft² against a typical 2,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2024 against a typical 2019). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 86% 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 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12159 Brilliant Way, Rancho Cordova, CA was $10,902. The county assessed it at $787,801.

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