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$380,996$221 / 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 98How 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 $317,000 on Apr 4, 2003

159 RIVER ST

DOWNIEVILLE, CA 95936
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,724 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
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

$381K
$374K low$388K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$317,000 · Apr 4, 2003
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.$107,996
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$86,397
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.73%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$135,000
WASHINGTON MUTUAL FSB · recorded Apr 4, 2003
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$138,000
FLAGSTAR BANK FSB

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,810 (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.$365,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$315,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$335,000

Climate Risk

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.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountySIERRA
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Wood Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(4)

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
Downieville Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Downieville Junior-Senior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95936These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.198

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.55%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.140
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,268
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,996
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.68 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

159 River 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 more than 73% of homes in Downieville 95936
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Downieville 95936
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Sierra County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Sierra County

What homes are worth in Downieville 95936

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

This home
$123K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Downieville 95936.

How it measures up in Downieville 95936

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Downieville 95936.

Estimated value$380,996
CheaperTypical $280,710Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,724 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 159 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDownieville 95936Sierra County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,99673% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22151% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,724 ft²73% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac26% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than196355% of homes33% of homes

About 159 River St

How much is 159 River St, Downieville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 River St, Downieville, CA is $380,996 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $373,909 to $388,083. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 River St, Downieville, CA last sell?

159 River St, Downieville, CA last sold on Apr 4, 2003 for $317,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 River St, Downieville, CA?

159 River St, Downieville, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,724 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 159 River St, Downieville, CA built?

159 River St, Downieville, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 River St, Downieville, CA?

159 River St, Downieville, CA is assigned to Downieville Elementary School (elementary); Downieville Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 River St, Downieville, CA compare to other homes in Downieville 95936?

Among the 221 homes in Downieville 95936, it is worth more than 73% of them ($380,996 against a typical $280,710), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($221 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,724 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1963 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Sierra County, it is worth more than 64% 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 159 River St, Downieville, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 River St, Downieville, CA was $3,810. The county assessed it at $365,000.

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