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$643,944$637 / 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 95How 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 $400,000 on Aug 4, 2009

259 RIVER LN

FELTON, CA 95018
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,011 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.
2,919 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$644K
$609K low$679K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Aug 4, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,106 (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.$526,657 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$315,994
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$210,663
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$516,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$642,060

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.55
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountySANTA CRUZ
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system 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(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.

H
San Lorenzo Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
San Lorenzo Valley ElementaryB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
San Lorenzo Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95018These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.404

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.472 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,468
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

259 River Ln 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 Santa Cruz County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Felton 95018
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Among the smallest lots in Felton 95018
  • Older than 80% of homes in Santa Cruz County

What homes are worth in Felton 95018

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

This home
$339K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Felton 95018.

How it measures up in Felton 95018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Felton 95018.

Estimated value$643,944
CheaperTypical $768,531Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$637
CheaperTypical $564Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,011 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size2,919 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 259 River Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFelton 95018Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$643,94427% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63770% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,011 ft²27% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,919 ft²almost no homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194837% of homes20% of homes

About 259 River Ln

How much is 259 River Ln, Felton, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 River Ln, Felton, CA is $643,944 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $608,535 to $679,353. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 River Ln, Felton, CA last sell?

259 River Ln, Felton, CA last sold on Aug 4, 2009 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 259 River Ln, Felton, CA?

259 River Ln, Felton, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,011 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 259 River Ln, Felton, CA built?

259 River Ln, Felton, CA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old.

What schools serve 259 River Ln, Felton, CA?

259 River Ln, Felton, CA is assigned to San Lorenzo Valley High School (high), rated A-; San Lorenzo Valley Elementary (elementary), rated B-; San Lorenzo Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 259 River Ln, Felton, CA compare to other homes in Felton 95018?

Among the 2,686 homes in Felton 95018, it is worth more than 27% of them ($643,944 against a typical $768,531), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($637 against a typical $564), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,011 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,919 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1948 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 15% 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 259 River Ln, Felton, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 River Ln, Felton, CA was $7,106. The county assessed it at $526,657.

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