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$305,014$151 / 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 80How 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 $286,000 on Feb 16, 2023

526 W HOWELL AVE

RIDGECREST, CA 93555
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,021 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.
1972
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$305K
$243K low$367K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$286,000 · Feb 16, 2023
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.$31,107
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$24,886
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.96%
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.$273,907
MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER LLC · recorded Feb 7, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,004 (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.$303,396 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,018
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$212,378
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,448

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
88
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.0.25
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 216 ft²

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.

E
Las Flores Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Burroughs High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
James Monroe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Sierra Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93555These 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.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.256

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,259
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,411
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,503
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.5 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

526 W Howell 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.

  • Worth more than 74% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Kern County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Kern County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555

What homes are worth in Ridgecrest 93555

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

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$89K$532K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Ridgecrest 93555.

How it measures up in Ridgecrest 93555

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgecrest 93555.

Estimated value$305,014
CheaperTypical $246,416Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,021 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 526 W Howell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgecrest 93555Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,01474% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15140% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,021 ft²81% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac70% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than197228% of homes34% of homes

About 526 W Howell Ave

How much is 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA is $305,014 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $243,393 to $366,635. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA last sell?

526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA last sold on Feb 16, 2023 for $286,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,021 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA built?

526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA is assigned to Las Flores Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Burroughs High School (high), rated B+; James Monroe Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Sierra Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA compare to other homes in Ridgecrest 93555?

Among the 12,293 homes in Ridgecrest 93555, it is worth more than 74% of them ($305,014 against a typical $246,416), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($151 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,021 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1972 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 37% 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 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 526 W Howell Ave, Ridgecrest, CA was $4,004. The county assessed it at $303,396.

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