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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $225,000 on Oct 24, 2003

16038 PALM AVE

WASCO, CA 93280
9
Beds
3
Baths
5,618 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.
4.7 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Oct 24, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,917 (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.$687,752 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,014
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$542,738
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$674,269

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
88
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountyKERN
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, 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.Patio · 28 ft²Porch · 499 ft²

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
Teresa Burke Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Wasco High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Wasco Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93280These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.63
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.120

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,954
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,195
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,871
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.7 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.74%

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How this home compares

16038 Palm 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Wasco 93280
  • Among the largest lots in Wasco 93280

How it measures up in Wasco 93280

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wasco 93280.

Living area5,618 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,345 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size4.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 16038 Palm Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWasco 93280Kern County
Living areabigger than5,618 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than4.7 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than197845% of homes40% of homes

About 16038 Palm Ave

When did 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA last sell?

16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA last sold on Oct 24, 2003 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA?

16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA has 9 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 5,618 square feet of living space.

When was 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA built?

16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA?

16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA is assigned to Teresa Burke Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Wasco High School (high), rated B; Thomas Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Wasco Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA compare to other homes in Wasco 93280?

Among the 5,070 homes in Wasco 93280, it is bigger than almost all of them (5,618 ft² against a typical 1,345 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4.7 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1978 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16038 Palm Ave, Wasco, CA was $8,917. The county assessed it at $687,752.

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