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$1,745,282$893 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,350,000 on Nov 18, 2022

42279 FORECASTLE

THE SEA RANCH, CA 95497
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,954 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,350,000 · Nov 18, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,745,282
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,396,226

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,140 (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.$1,404,540 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$561,816
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$842,724
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,404,540

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.20
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
69
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountySonoma
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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
Horicon Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 8.7 mi
H
Point Arena High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.6 mi

District: Point Arena Joint Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95497These 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.196
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.454

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.45%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,867
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,988
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42279 Forecastle 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 94% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Sonoma County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Sonoma County

What homes are worth in The Sea Ranch 95497

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

This home
$705K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in The Sea Ranch 95497.

How it measures up in The Sea Ranch 95497

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in The Sea Ranch 95497.

Estimated value$1,745,282
CheaperTypical $1,398,772Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$893
CheaperTypical $783Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,954 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,782 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 42279 Forecastle ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe Sea Ranch 95497Sonoma County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,745,28278% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$89374% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,954 ft²62% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac47% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than200387% of homes88% of homes

About 42279 Forecastle

How much is 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA is $1,745,282 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,600,141 to $1,890,423. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA last sell?

42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA last sold on Nov 18, 2022 for $1,350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA?

42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,954 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA built?

42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA?

42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA is assigned to Horicon Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Point Arena High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Point Arena Joint Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA compare to other homes in The Sea Ranch 95497?

Among the 1,820 homes in The Sea Ranch 95497, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,745,282 against a typical $1,398,772), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($893 against a typical $783), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,954 ft² against a typical 1,782 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2003 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Sonoma County, it is worth more than 94% 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 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42279 Forecastle, The Sea Ranch, CA was $17,140. The county assessed it at $1,404,540.

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