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$140,072$128 / 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 86How 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 $135,000 on Mar 31, 2025

20935 SCHELL RANCH RD

CALIENTE, CA 93518
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
1.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$140K
$121K low$160K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Mar 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$802 (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.$137,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,371

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.44
35
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.
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.1 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
CountyKERN
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.2000
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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, 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.Patio · 31 ft²Porch · 172 ft²

Transaction History(11)

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
Piute Mountain Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 9.1 mi
H
Foothill High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 23.3 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

20935 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 96% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Kern County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Caliente 93518

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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$65K$638K

This home is worth more than 15% 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$140,072
CheaperTypical $280,514Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1.92 ac
SmallerTypical 18.58 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 20935 Schell Ranch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCaliente 93518Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,07215% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12811% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²27% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.92 ac9% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than197215% of homes33% of homes

About 20935 Schell Ranch Rd

How much is 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA is $140,072 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $120,625 to $159,519. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA last sell?

20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA last sold on Mar 31, 2025 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,092 square feet of living space.

When was 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA built?

20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA is assigned to Piute Mountain Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA compare to other homes in Caliente 93518?

Among the 648 homes in Caliente 93518, it is worth more than 15% of them ($140,072 against a typical $280,514), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($128 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (1.92 ac against a typical 18.58 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1972 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 4% 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 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20935 Schell Ranch Rd, Caliente, CA was $802. The county assessed it at $137,700.

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