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$420,717$204 / 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 98How 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 $210,000 on Jan 31, 2001

5286 HEADWATERS RD

FOREST RANCH, CA 95942
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,064 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.
5.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
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

$421K
$411K low$431K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Jan 31, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,578 (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.$322,742 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$238,222
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$316,414
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$589,680

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyBUTTE
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Harry M. Marsh Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.2 mi
E
Little Chico Creek Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 14.5 mi
H
Chico High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.9 mi

District: Chico Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95942These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.70%
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.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,809
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,912
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$171,455
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.83%

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How this home compares

5286 Headwaters Rd 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 68% of homes in Forest Ranch 95942
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Butte County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Forest Ranch 95942
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Butte County

What homes are worth in Forest Ranch 95942

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

This home
$108K$749K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Forest Ranch 95942.

How it measures up in Forest Ranch 95942

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Ranch 95942.

Estimated value$420,717
CheaperTypical $355,810Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size5.31 ac
SmallerTypical 2.72 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 5286 Headwaters Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Ranch 95942Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$420,71768% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20431% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,064 ft²80% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.31 ac77% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198551% of homes58% of homes

About 5286 Headwaters Rd

How much is 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA is $420,717 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $410,884 to $430,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA last sell?

5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA last sold on Jan 31, 2001 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA?

5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,064 square feet of living space.

When was 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA built?

5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA?

5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA is assigned to Harry M. Marsh Junior High School (middle), rated A-; Little Chico Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chico High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chico Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA compare to other homes in Forest Ranch 95942?

Among the 934 homes in Forest Ranch 95942, it is worth more than 68% of them ($420,717 against a typical $355,810), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($204 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,064 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (5.31 ac against a typical 2.72 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1985 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Butte County, it is worth more than 58% 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 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5286 Headwaters Rd, Forest Ranch, CA was $3,578. The county assessed it at $322,742.

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