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$545,524$439 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $133,876 on Oct 5, 2009

520 POWELL ST

SALINAS, CA 93907
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,243 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.
3,882 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$546K
$503K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$133,876 · Oct 5, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,713 (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.$217,226 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,572
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,654
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$212,968

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.27
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
18
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
19
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.28 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.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
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Laurel Wood Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
North Salinas High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Salinas Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93907These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.384

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,753
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.434 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,627
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

520 Powell St 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 87% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Monterey County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Salinas 93907
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Salinas 93907

What homes are worth in Salinas 93907

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

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$431K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Salinas 93907.

How it measures up in Salinas 93907

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salinas 93907.

Estimated value$545,524
CheaperTypical $758,744Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$439
CheaperTypical $444Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,684 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,882 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 520 Powell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalinas 93907Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$545,52413% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43947% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,243 ft²22% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,882 ft²4% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than198982% of homes73% of homes

About 520 Powell St

How much is 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA is $545,524 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $503,444 to $587,604. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA last sell?

520 Powell St, Salinas, CA last sold on Oct 5, 2009 for $133,876, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA?

520 Powell St, Salinas, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,243 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA built?

520 Powell St, Salinas, CA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA?

520 Powell St, Salinas, CA is assigned to Laurel Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Washington Middle School (middle), rated C; North Salinas High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Salinas Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA compare to other homes in Salinas 93907?

Among the 5,930 homes in Salinas 93907, it is worth more than 13% of them ($545,524 against a typical $758,744), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($439 against a typical $444), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,243 ft² against a typical 1,684 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,882 ft² against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1989 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 18% 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 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Powell St, Salinas, CA was $2,713. The county assessed it at $217,226.

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