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$488,255$309 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $322,000 on Jan 12, 2017

18779 JOSEPH DR

GRASS VALLEY, CA 95949
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,580 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$488K
$460K low$517K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$322,000 · Jan 12, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,104 (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.$381,174 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,862
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,312
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$373,701
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$409,230

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.Traditional/Old
CountyNEVADA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 1,000 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Alta Sierra Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Magnolia Intermediate SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi
H
Bear River High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95949These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,705
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.163 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,756
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

18779 Joseph Dr 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 73% of homes in Nevada County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Alta Sierra Estates
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Alta Sierra Estates
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Grass Valley 95949

What homes are worth in Grass Valley 95949

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

This home
$311K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Grass Valley 95949.

How it measures up in Grass Valley 95949

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grass Valley 95949.

Estimated value$488,255
CheaperTypical $541,223Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $295Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 2.6 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 18779 Joseph Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlta Sierra EstatesGrass Valley 95949Nevada County
Estimated valuepricier than$488,25549% of homes35% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30981% of homes60% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,580 ft²32% of homes37% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac35% of homes15% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than198764% of homes55% of homes57% of homes

About 18779 Joseph Dr

How much is 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA is $488,255 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $459,572 to $516,938. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA last sell?

18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA last sold on Jan 12, 2017 for $322,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA?

18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,580 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA built?

18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA?

18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA is assigned to Alta Sierra Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Magnolia Intermediate School (middle), rated B+; Bear River High School (high), rated A. All sit in Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA compare to other homes in Grass Valley 95949?

Among the 8,859 homes in Grass Valley 95949, it is worth more than 35% of them ($488,255 against a typical $541,223), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($309 against a typical $295), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,580 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 2.6 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1987 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Nevada County, it is worth more than 27% 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 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18779 Joseph Dr, Grass Valley, CA was $4,104. The county assessed it at $381,174.

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