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$85,448$89 / 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 96How 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 $32,500 on Mar 12, 2008

521 ROSE AVE

TAFT, CA 93268
2
Beds
1
Baths
965 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$85K
$82K low$89K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$32,500 · Mar 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,493 (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.$59,967 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,237
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,793

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
84
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 68 ft²

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.

E
Conley Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.1 mi
H
Taft Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Lincoln Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Taft City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93268These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.333

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.132 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,313
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.7 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

521 Rose Ave 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Kern County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Kern County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Kern County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Kern County

What homes are worth in Taft 93268

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

This home
$64K$470K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Taft 93268.

How it measures up in Taft 93268

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taft 93268.

Estimated value$85,448
CheaperTypical $183,633Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area965 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 521 Rose Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaft 93268Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,4489% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$897% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than965 ft²25% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac24% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than194749% of homes10% of homes

About 521 Rose Ave

How much is 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA is $85,448 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $81,882 to $89,014. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA last sell?

521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA last sold on Mar 12, 2008 for $32,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA?

521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 965 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA built?

521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA?

521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA is assigned to Conley Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Taft Union High School (high), rated C-; Lincoln Junior High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Taft City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA compare to other homes in Taft 93268?

Among the 5,265 homes in Taft 93268, it is worth more than 9% of them ($85,448 against a typical $183,633), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($89 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 25% of them (965 ft² against a typical 1,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1947 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than almost no 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 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Rose Ave, Taft, CA was $1,493. The county assessed it at $59,967.

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