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$573,669$344 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $365,000 on Dec 6, 2016

12261 GREAT PLAINS WAY

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA 95742
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,667 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$574K
$546K low$601K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Dec 6, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,586 (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.$432,078 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$124,295
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$307,783
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$423,607

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
10
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.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySACRAMENTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(5)

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 · 1.1 mi
M
Katherine L. Albiani Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 11.1 mi
H
Pleasant Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.2 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

12261 Great Plains 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 less than 77% of homes in Sunridge Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Rancho Cordova 95742
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Rancho Cordova 95742
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Rancho Cordova 95742
  • Newer than 90% of 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.

This home
$472K$924K

This home is worth more than 25% 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$573,669
CheaperTypical $633,294Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,667 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 2019Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 12261 Great Plains Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunridge ParkRancho Cordova 95742Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$573,66923% of homes25% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34485% of homes95% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,667 ft²22% of homes11% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac53% of homes66% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than201273% of homes34% of homes90% of homes

About 12261 Great Plains Way

How much is 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA is $573,669 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $546,335 to $601,003. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA last sell?

12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA last sold on Dec 6, 2016 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,667 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA built?

12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

12261 Great Plains 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 12261 Great Plains 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 25% of them ($573,669 against a typical $633,294), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($344 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,667 ft² against a typical 2,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (2012 against a typical 2019). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 61% 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 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12261 Great Plains Way, Rancho Cordova, CA was $6,586. The county assessed it at $432,078.

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