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$361,411$266 / 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 91How 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 $85,000 on Aug 26, 2011

253 CHESTNUT ST

LOS BANOS, CA 93635
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,360 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$361K
$327K low$396K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Aug 26, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,430 (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.$108,885 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,648
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$92,237
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$106,751

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
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.
64
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.6 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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyMERCED
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
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 · 25 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Los Banos Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Los Banos High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Creekside Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Los Banos Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93635These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.311

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.3.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,700
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,599
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,688
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.10 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

253 Chestnut 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 83% of homes in Los Banos 93635
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Merced County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Los Banos 93635
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Los Banos 93635

What homes are worth in Los Banos 93635

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

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$275K$615K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Los Banos 93635.

How it measures up in Los Banos 93635

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Banos 93635.

Estimated value$361,411
CheaperTypical $429,477Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$266
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,724 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 253 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLos Banos 93635Merced County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,41117% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26664% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²23% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac13% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than199545% of homes59% of homes

About 253 Chestnut St

How much is 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA is $361,411 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $327,173 to $395,649. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA last sell?

253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA last sold on Aug 26, 2011 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA?

253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA built?

253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA?

253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA is assigned to Los Banos Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Los Banos High School (high), rated C-; Creekside Junior High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Los Banos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA compare to other homes in Los Banos 93635?

Among the 13,558 homes in Los Banos 93635, it is worth more than 17% of them ($361,411 against a typical $429,477), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($266 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,724 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1995 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Merced County, it is worth more than 39% 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 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Chestnut St, Los Banos, CA was $1,430. The county assessed it at $108,885.

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