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$1,385,875$425 / 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 92How 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

257 RUTH ANN WAY

ARROYO GRANDE, CA 93420
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,263 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,621 (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.$448,349 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,529
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$391,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,559

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.14
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
45
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountySAN LUIS OBISPO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(7)

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
Ocean View Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
H
Arroyo Grande High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Paulding Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Lucia Mar Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93420These 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.60
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 100.306

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.31,661
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.128 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,401
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,451
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 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

257 Ruth Ann Way 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 more than 83% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Arroyo Grande 93420
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Older than 65% of homes in San Luis Obispo County

What homes are worth in Arroyo Grande 93420

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

This home
$509K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Arroyo Grande 93420.

How it measures up in Arroyo Grande 93420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arroyo Grande 93420.

Estimated value$1,385,875
CheaperTypical $993,937Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$425
CheaperTypical $524Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area3,263 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,870 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 257 Ruth Ann Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArroyo Grande 93420San Luis Obispo County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,385,87576% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42513% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than3,263 ft²87% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac42% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197737% of homes35% of homes

About 257 Ruth Ann Way

How much is 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA is $1,385,875 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,271,113 to $1,500,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA last sell?

257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA?

257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,263 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA built?

257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA?

257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA is assigned to Ocean View Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Arroyo Grande High School (high), rated B+; Paulding Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Lucia Mar Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA compare to other homes in Arroyo Grande 93420?

Among the 10,946 homes in Arroyo Grande 93420, it is worth more than 76% of them ($1,385,875 against a typical $993,937), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($425 against a typical $524), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,263 ft² against a typical 1,870 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1977 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of San Luis Obispo County, it is worth more than 83% 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 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Ruth Ann Way, Arroyo Grande, CA was $4,621. The county assessed it at $448,349.

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