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$615,532$423 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $530,000 on Jun 15, 2015

1437 VELMA AVE

SANTA ROSA, CA 95403
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,456 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.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
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

$616K
$540K low$691K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$530,000 · Jun 15, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$615,532
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$492,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,292 (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.$636,968 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$254,786
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$382,182
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$636,968

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.28
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
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.13 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
CountySonoma
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

H
Piner High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
James Monroe Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Hilliard Comstock Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Santa Rosa High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95403These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.511

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.43,826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,997 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,508
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1437 Velma 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 76% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Santa Rosa 95403
  • Among the oldest homes in Santa Rosa 95403

What homes are worth in Santa Rosa 95403

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

This home
$303K$2M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Santa Rosa 95403.

How it measures up in Santa Rosa 95403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santa Rosa 95403.

Estimated value$615,532
CheaperTypical $710,150Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$423
CheaperTypical $439Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,635 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1437 Velma Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Rosa 95403Sonoma County
Estimated valuepricier than$615,53226% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42340% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²37% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac89% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than1922almost no homes5% of homes

About 1437 Velma Ave

How much is 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA is $615,532 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $539,901 to $691,163. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA last sell?

1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA last sold on Jun 15, 2015 for $530,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA?

1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA built?

1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA?

1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA is assigned to Piner High School (high), rated C; James Monroe Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Hilliard Comstock Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Santa Rosa High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA compare to other homes in Santa Rosa 95403?

Among the 12,533 homes in Santa Rosa 95403, it is worth more than 26% of them ($615,532 against a typical $710,150), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($423 against a typical $439), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,635 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1922 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Sonoma County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1437 Velma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA was $7,292. The county assessed it at $636,968.

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