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$365,413$215 / 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 94How 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 $115,000 on Oct 19, 2012

16945 EL RANCHO WAY

SALINAS, CA 93907
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,697 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$365K
$342K low$389K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Oct 19, 2012
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.$140,413
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$112,330
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.58%
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.$225,000
NETWORK CAPITAL FUNDING CORP · recorded Jul 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,384 (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.$341,861 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,881
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$335,159

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.
61
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyMONTEREY
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.2018
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Zone
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(2)

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 · 1.6 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

16945 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Salinas 93907
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Salinas 93907
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • 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.

This home
$463K$1.4M

This home is worth less than almost all 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$365,413
CheaperTypical $766,867Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $454Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,697 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 16945 El Rancho Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalinas 93907Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$365,413almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$215almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,697 ft²51% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac20% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19404% of homes10% of homes

About 16945 El Rancho Way

How much is 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA is $365,413 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $341,784 to $389,042. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA last sell?

16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA last sold on Oct 19, 2012 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,697 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA built?

16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

16945 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 16945 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 almost none of them ($365,413 against a typical $766,867), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($215 against a typical $454), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,697 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1940 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 2% 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 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16945 El Rancho Way, Salinas, CA was $6,384. The county assessed it at $341,861.

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