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$204,699$274 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $198,000 on Dec 29, 2023

20653 SCHELL RANCH RD

CALIENTE, CA 93518
2
Beds
1
Baths
748 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.
2.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$205K
$182K low$227K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Dec 29, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,356 (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.$205,999 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,636
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,363
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$201,960

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.56
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
93
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
4
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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.154 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Single Family Residence
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 272 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Piute Mountain Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 8.9 mi
H
Foothill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 23.6 mi

District: Caliente Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93518These 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.192
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.258

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,070
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,987
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

20653 Schell Ranch Rd 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 87% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Kern County

What homes are worth in Caliente 93518

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

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$68K$633K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Caliente 93518.

How it measures up in Caliente 93518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Caliente 93518.

Estimated value$204,699
CheaperTypical $284,032Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size2.29 ac
SmallerTypical 18.58 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 20653 Schell Ranch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCaliente 93518Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$204,69923% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27484% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than748 ft²10% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.29 ac15% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than198441% of homes49% of homes

About 20653 Schell Ranch Rd

How much is 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA is $204,699 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $182,383 to $227,015. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA last sell?

20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA last sold on Dec 29, 2023 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 748 square feet of living space.

When was 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA built?

20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA is assigned to Piute Mountain Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Foothill High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Caliente Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA compare to other homes in Caliente 93518?

Among the 648 homes in Caliente 93518, it is worth more than 23% of them ($204,699 against a typical $284,032), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($274 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 10% of them (748 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (2.29 ac against a typical 18.58 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1984 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 13% 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 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20653 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA was $2,356. The county assessed it at $205,999.

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