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$777,777$592 / 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 93How 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

490 GAY DR

BUELLTON, CA 93427
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,314 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$778K
$724K low$831K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,516 (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.$244,046 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,647
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,399
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$239,262

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.41
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySANTA BARBARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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(6)

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
Jonata Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Oak Valley Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Santa Ynez Valley Union High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93427These 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.84
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 100.395

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,978
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,816
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

490 Gay 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 70% of homes in Buellton 93427
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Buellton 93427
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Buellton 93427
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Buellton 93427
  • Older than 92% of homes in Buellton 93427

What homes are worth in Buellton 93427

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

This home
$489K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Buellton 93427.

How it measures up in Buellton 93427

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buellton 93427.

Estimated value$777,777
CheaperTypical $893,600Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$592
CheaperTypical $543Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,589 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 490 Gay Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuellton 93427Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$777,77730% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59274% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,314 ft²22% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac87% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than19608% of homes28% of homes

About 490 Gay Dr

How much is 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA is $777,777 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $724,186 to $831,368. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA last sell?

490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA?

490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,314 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA built?

490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA?

490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA is assigned to Jonata Middle School (middle), rated B+; Oak Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Santa Ynez Valley Union High School (high), rated B. All sit in Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA compare to other homes in Buellton 93427?

Among the 1,967 homes in Buellton 93427, it is worth more than 30% of them ($777,777 against a typical $893,600), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($592 against a typical $543), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,314 ft² against a typical 1,589 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1960 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 41% 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 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 490 Gay Dr, Buellton, CA was $2,516. The county assessed it at $244,046.

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