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$1,708,956$1,036 / 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 88How 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 $690,000 on Aug 16, 1990

517 RIVERVIEW DR

CAPITOLA, CA 95010
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,649 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
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

$1.7M
$1.5M 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.$690,000 · Aug 16, 1990
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.$652,356
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$521,885
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.60%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$750,000
UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA · recorded May 29, 2008
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$306,600
MUFG UNION BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,199 (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.$1,396,439 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,109,290
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$287,149
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,396,439

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.46
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.188 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.20
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
New Brighton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Soquel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Soquel High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Soquel Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95010These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.401

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,755
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,679
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

517 Riverview 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 more than 86% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Capitola 95010
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Capitola 95010
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Santa Cruz County

What homes are worth in Capitola 95010

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

This home
$463K$3M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Capitola 95010.

How it measures up in Capitola 95010

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Capitola 95010.

Estimated value$1,708,956
CheaperTypical $1,207,118Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1036
CheaperTypical $867Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,649 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 2,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 517 Riverview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitola 95010Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,708,95682% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$103666% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,649 ft²75% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac97% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than200087% of homes89% of homes

About 517 Riverview Dr

How much is 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA is $1,708,956 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,502,854 to $1,915,058. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA last sell?

517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA last sold on Aug 16, 1990 for $690,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA?

517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,649 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA built?

517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old.

What schools serve 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA?

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

How does 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA compare to other homes in Capitola 95010?

Among the 3,769 homes in Capitola 95010, it is worth more than 82% of them ($1,708,956 against a typical $1,207,118), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($1036 against a typical $867), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,649 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 2,919 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (2000 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 86% 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 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Riverview Dr, Capitola, CA was $17,199. The county assessed it at $1,396,439.

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