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$160,108$196 / 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 78How 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

421 BALSAM ST

RIDGECREST, CA 93555
2
Beds
1
Baths
816 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$160K
$124K low$196K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$918 (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.$38,361 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,784
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,577
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,610

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.Patio · 38 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
James Monroe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Burroughs High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Las Flores Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Sierra Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93555These 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.140
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 100.256

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,259
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,411
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,503
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.5 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

421 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 94% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555
  • Older than 90% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555

What homes are worth in Ridgecrest 93555

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

This home
$85K$580K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555.

How it measures up in Ridgecrest 93555

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgecrest 93555.

Estimated value$160,108
CheaperTypical $259,919Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 421 Balsam St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgecrest 93555Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,10812% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19680% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac35% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than195510% of homes18% of homes

About 421 Balsam St

How much is 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA is $160,108 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $124,140 to $196,076. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA last sell?

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

How big is 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA?

421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA built?

421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA?

421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA is assigned to James Monroe Middle School (middle), rated D+; Burroughs High School (high), rated B+; Las Flores Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Sierra Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA compare to other homes in Ridgecrest 93555?

Among the 12,295 homes in Ridgecrest 93555, it is worth more than 12% of them ($160,108 against a typical $259,919), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($196 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 5% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1955 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Kern 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 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 421 Balsam St, Ridgecrest, CA was $918. The county assessed it at $38,361.

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