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$275,003$271 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

3937 BALSAM ST

SACRAMENTO, CA 95838
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,014 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.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$275K
$248K low$302K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$512 (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.$30,857 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,628
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,229
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,253

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.37
21
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.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.3 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.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
CountySACRAMENTO
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

H
Grant Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Michael J. Castori Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Twin Rivers Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95838These 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.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,567
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,613 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,376
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,110
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.78%

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How this home compares

3937 Balsam 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 96% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Del Paso Heights
  • Older than 88% of homes in Sacramento County

What homes are worth in Sacramento 95838

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

This home
$238K$601K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Sacramento 95838.

How it measures up in Sacramento 95838

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sacramento 95838.

Estimated value$275,003
CheaperTypical $376,494Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,277 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 3937 Balsam St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDel Paso HeightsSacramento 95838Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,0039% of homes8% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27133% of homes31% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,014 ft²33% of homes22% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac19% of homes31% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195330% of homes25% of homes12% of homes

About 3937 Balsam St

How much is 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA is $275,003 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $247,871 to $302,135. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA last sell?

3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA?

3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,014 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA built?

3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA?

3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA is assigned to Grant Union High School (high), rated C; Michael J. Castori Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy (middle), rated D-. All sit in Twin Rivers Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA compare to other homes in Sacramento 95838?

Among the 10,223 homes in Sacramento 95838, it is worth more than 8% of them ($275,003 against a typical $376,494), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($271 against a typical $298), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,014 ft² against a typical 1,277 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1953 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 4% 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 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3937 Balsam St, Sacramento, CA was $512. The county assessed it at $30,857.

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