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$565,975$333 / 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 84How 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
Last sold for $560,000 on Jan 6, 2026

5242 RIDGEGATE WAY

FAIR OAKS, CA 95628
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,701 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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

$566K
$474K low$658K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$560,000 · Jan 6, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,637 (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.$139,348 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,197
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,151
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,616

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.39
34
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.6 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.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(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.

E
Northridge Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Bella Vista High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Andrew Carnegie Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: San Juan Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95628These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,779
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,420 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,117
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 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

5242 Ridgegate 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Fair Oaks 95628
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Sacramento County

What homes are worth in Fair Oaks 95628

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

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$267K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Fair Oaks 95628.

How it measures up in Fair Oaks 95628

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fair Oaks 95628.

Estimated value$565,975
CheaperTypical $603,114Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$333
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,701 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 5242 Ridgegate Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFair Oaks 95628Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$565,97542% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33365% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,701 ft²36% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac52% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than197142% of homes33% of homes

About 5242 Ridgegate Way

How much is 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA is $565,975 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $474,252 to $657,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA last sell?

5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA last sold on Jan 6, 2026 for $560,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA?

5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,701 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA built?

5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA?

5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA is assigned to Northridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Bella Vista High School (high), rated A-; Andrew Carnegie Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in San Juan Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA compare to other homes in Fair Oaks 95628?

Among the 15,075 homes in Fair Oaks 95628, it is worth more than 42% of them ($565,975 against a typical $603,114), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($333 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,701 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1971 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5242 Ridgegate Way, Fair Oaks, CA was $1,637. The county assessed it at $139,348.

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