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$302,407$194 / 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 89How 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

5231 ETHEL WAY

SACRAMENTO, CA 95820
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,555 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$302K
$269K low$335K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,542 (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.$125,776 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,142
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$109,634
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,213

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.35
23
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountySACRAMENTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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

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

E
Oak Ridge Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Will C. Wood Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Hiram Johnson High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Sacramento City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95820These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,020 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,991
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,154
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

5231 Ethel 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Sacramento County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Lawrence Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Lawrence Park
  • Older than 84% of homes in Sacramento County

What homes are worth in Sacramento 95820

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

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$212K$614K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Sacramento 95820.

How it measures up in Sacramento 95820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sacramento 95820.

Estimated value$302,407
CheaperTypical $365,125Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,555 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,143 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 5231 Ethel Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLawrence ParkSacramento 95820Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,40721% of homes23% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1944% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,555 ft²84% of homes81% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac87% of homes82% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than195670% of homes72% of homes16% of homes

About 5231 Ethel Way

How much is 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA is $302,407 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $269,434 to $335,380. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA last sell?

5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA?

5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,555 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA built?

5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA?

5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA is assigned to Oak Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Will C. Wood Middle School (middle), rated C-; Hiram Johnson High School (high), rated D. All sit in Sacramento City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA compare to other homes in Sacramento 95820?

Among the 11,541 homes in Sacramento 95820, it is worth more than 23% of them ($302,407 against a typical $365,125), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($194 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,555 ft² against a typical 1,143 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1956 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 5% 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 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5231 Ethel Way, Sacramento, CA was $1,542. The county assessed it at $125,776.

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