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$198,002$159 / 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 $17,500 on Sep 25, 1997

196 W RIVER AVE

PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
1
Baths
1,243 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$198K
$186K low$210K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$17,500 · Sep 25, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$637 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$67,117 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,125
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,992
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,802

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.47
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
45
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 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
CountyTULARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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 · 196 ft²

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
Olive Street Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Porterville High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Bartlett Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Porterville Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93257These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.131

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
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.3.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.83,123
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,283
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,150
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

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How this home compares

196 W River 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.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Tulare County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Tulare County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Tulare County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Tulare County

What homes are worth in Porterville 93257

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

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$151K$628K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Porterville 93257.

How it measures up in Porterville 93257

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Porterville 93257.

Estimated value$198,002
CheaperTypical $289,014Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,439 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 196 W River Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePorterville 93257Tulare County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,00212% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15915% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,243 ft²32% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac42% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than19247% of homes6% of homes

About 196 W River Ave

How much is 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA is $198,002 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $186,252 to $209,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA last sell?

196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA last sold on Sep 25, 1997 for $17,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA?

196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA has 1 bathrooms, 1,243 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA built?

196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA?

196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA is assigned to Olive Street Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Porterville High School (high), rated B+; Bartlett Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Porterville Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA compare to other homes in Porterville 93257?

Among the 19,910 homes in Porterville 93257, it is worth more than 12% of them ($198,002 against a typical $289,014), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($159 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,243 ft² against a typical 1,439 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1924 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Tulare County, it is worth more than 11% 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 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 196 W River Ave, Porterville, CA was $637. The county assessed it at $67,117.

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