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$471,640$392 / ft²
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Last sold for $81,500 on Oct 29, 1996

237 E RICE RANCH RD

SANTA MARIA, CA 93455
2
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,202 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.
698 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$472K
$456K low$488K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$81,500 · Oct 29, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,347 (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.$135,362 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,542
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,709

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.40
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
59
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
20
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
56
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountySANTA BARBARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Orcutt Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Pine Grove Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
H
Ernest Righetti High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Santa Maria Joint Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93455These 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.61
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 100.272

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,029
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.346 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,191
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,061
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 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

237 E Rice 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 94% of homes in Santa Maria 93455
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Santa Maria 93455
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Santa Maria 93455

What homes are worth in Santa Maria 93455

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

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$397K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Santa Maria 93455.

How it measures up in Santa Maria 93455

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santa Maria 93455.

Estimated value$471,640
CheaperTypical $717,916Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$392
CheaperTypical $405Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,202 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,724 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size698 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 237 E Rice Ranch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Maria 93455Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$471,6406% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39241% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,202 ft²14% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than698 ft²3% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than197942% of homes61% of homes

About 237 E Rice Ranch Rd

How much is 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA is $471,640 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $455,757 to $487,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA last sell?

237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA last sold on Oct 29, 1996 for $81,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA?

237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,202 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA built?

237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA?

237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA is assigned to Orcutt Junior High School (middle), rated C-; Pine Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ernest Righetti High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Santa Maria Joint Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA compare to other homes in Santa Maria 93455?

Among the 15,693 homes in Santa Maria 93455, it is worth more than 6% of them ($471,640 against a typical $717,916), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($392 against a typical $405), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,202 ft² against a typical 1,724 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (698 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1979 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 6% 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 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 237 E Rice Ranch Rd, Santa Maria, CA was $2,347. The county assessed it at $135,362.

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