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$1,038,993$707 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $552,000 on Jul 11, 2003

4487 RANCHERO DR

SOQUEL, CA 95073
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,470 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.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$1M
$955K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$552,000 · Jul 11, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,555 (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.$800,530 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$561,242
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,288
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$784,833
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$903,420

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.
56
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
23
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
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.
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
CountySANTA CRUZ
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Soquel High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Soquel Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
New Brighton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Soquel Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95073These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.445

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,583
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.428 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,346
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,274
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

4487 Ranchero Dr 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 65% of homes in Soquel 95073
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Soquel 95073
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Soquel 95073
  • Older than 70% of homes in Soquel 95073

What homes are worth in Soquel 95073

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

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$572K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Soquel 95073.

How it measures up in Soquel 95073

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Soquel 95073.

Estimated value$1,038,993
CheaperTypical $1,135,877Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$707
CheaperTypical $610Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 4487 Ranchero Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoquel 95073Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,038,99335% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70774% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²38% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac27% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than196730% of homes44% of homes

About 4487 Ranchero Dr

How much is 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA is $1,038,993 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $954,828 to $1,123,158. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA last sell?

4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA last sold on Jul 11, 2003 for $552,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA?

4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA built?

4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA?

4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA is assigned to Soquel High School (high), rated B+; Soquel Elementary School (elementary), rated B; New Brighton Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Soquel Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA compare to other homes in Soquel 95073?

Among the 3,005 homes in Soquel 95073, it is worth more than 35% of them ($1,038,993 against a typical $1,135,877), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($707 against a typical $610), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1967 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 48% 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 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4487 Ranchero Dr, Soquel, CA was $10,555. The county assessed it at $800,530.

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