Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $269,500 on May 17, 2005
487 MARTIN WAY
CHESTER, CA 96020
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,976 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.
0.19 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,500 · May 17, 2005
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,287 (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.$292,742 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,948
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,794
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$284,215
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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
62
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountyPLUMAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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(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.
EM
Chester Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
Chester Junior/Senior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.2 mi
District: Plumas Unified School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 96020These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.214
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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.2,358
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,508
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.88%
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How this home compares
487 Martin Way 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.
- Bigger than 68% of homes in Plumas County
- Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Chester 96020
- Newer than 85% of homes in Chester 96020
How it measures up in Chester 96020
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 96020.
Living area1,976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 66% of homes nearby
Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger
Bigger than 14% of homes nearby
Year built2003
OlderTypical 1984Newer
Newer than 85% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Chester 96020 | Plumas County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,976 ft² | 66% of homes | 68% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.19 ac | 14% of homes | 14% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2003 | 85% of homes | 85% of homes |
About 487 Martin Way
When did 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA last sell?
487 Martin Way, Chester, CA last sold on May 17, 2005 for $269,500, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA?
487 Martin Way, Chester, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,976 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.
When was 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA built?
487 Martin Way, Chester, CA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA?
487 Martin Way, Chester, CA is assigned to Chester Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Chester Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Plumas Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA compare to other homes in Chester 96020?
Among the 1,629 homes in Chester 96020, it is bigger than 66% of them (1,976 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2003 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 487 Martin Way, Chester, CA was $3,287. The county assessed it at $292,742.
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- 127 Cedar St$205K120 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,482 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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