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$701,186$842 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $615,000 on Oct 20, 2020

218 WALNUT ST

PETALUMA, CA 94952
1
Beds
1
Baths
833 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.
3,744 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$701K
$658K low$745K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$615,000 · Oct 20, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,754 (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.$679,006 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$271,602
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$407,404
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$665,693

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.17
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
52
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
36
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.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
CountySONOMA
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.1920
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Valley Vista Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Petaluma High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Petaluma Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Petaluma Joint Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94952These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.359

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,634
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.160 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,828
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,802
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

218 Walnut St 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 85% of homes in Petaluma 94952
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Petaluma 94952
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Petaluma 94952
  • Among the oldest homes in Sonoma County

What homes are worth in Petaluma 94952

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

This home
$527K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Petaluma 94952.

How it measures up in Petaluma 94952

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petaluma 94952.

Estimated value$701,186
CheaperTypical $1,015,313Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$842
CheaperTypical $597Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area833 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size3,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 218 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowntown PetalumaPetaluma 94952Sonoma County
Estimated valuepricier than$701,18617% of homes15% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84281% of homes90% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than833 ft²13% of homes4% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,744 ft²30% of homes12% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than189012% of homes3% of homesalmost no homes

About 218 Walnut St

How much is 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA is $701,186 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $657,532 to $744,840. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA last sell?

218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA last sold on Oct 20, 2020 for $615,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA?

218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 833 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA built?

218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA?

218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA is assigned to Valley Vista Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Petaluma High School (high), rated B; Petaluma Junior High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Petaluma Joint Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA compare to other homes in Petaluma 94952?

Among the 10,074 homes in Petaluma 94952, it is worth more than 15% of them ($701,186 against a typical $1,015,313), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($842 against a typical $597), it is bigger than 4% of them (833 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (3,744 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1890 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Sonoma County, it is worth more than 38% 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 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA was $7,754. The county assessed it at $679,006.

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