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$680,373$261 / 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 99How 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 $70,000 on Mar 27, 1996

16940 EL RANCHO WAY

SALINAS, CA 93907
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,610 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$680K
$674K low$687K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Mar 27, 1996
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.$180,973
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$144,778
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.80%
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.$400,000
WILMINGTON FINANCE INC · 6.69% 1 · recorded Oct 31, 2006
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.$99,400
SUNTRUST MORTGAGE INC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,262 (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.$368,048 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,897
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,151
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$360,833

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.21
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
63
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
18
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(10)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Boronda Meadows Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
North Salinas High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Harden Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Salinas Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93907These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.384

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,753
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.434 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,628
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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

16940 El Rancho 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 65% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Salinas 93907
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Monterey County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Salinas 93907

What homes are worth in Salinas 93907

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

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$463K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Salinas 93907.

How it measures up in Salinas 93907

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salinas 93907.

Estimated value$680,373
CheaperTypical $766,867Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $454Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,610 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 16940 El Rancho Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalinas 93907Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$680,37335% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$261almost no homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,610 ft²87% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac39% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than19434% of homes11% of homes

About 16940 El Rancho Way

How much is 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA is $680,373 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $673,561 to $687,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA last sell?

16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA last sold on Mar 27, 1996 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,610 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA built?

16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA is assigned to Boronda Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; North Salinas High School (high), rated C+; Harden Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Salinas Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA compare to other homes in Salinas 93907?

Among the 5,933 homes in Salinas 93907, it is worth more than 35% of them ($680,373 against a typical $766,867), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($261 against a typical $454), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,610 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1943 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 35% 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 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16940 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA was $6,262. The county assessed it at $368,048.

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