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$1,487,219$3,663 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

53 RANCHO RD

WATSONVILLE, CA 95076
0
Baths
406 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.7M high
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.$1,487,219
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,189,775

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$954 (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.$21,062 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,936
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,126
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,413,720

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
62
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
19
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
46
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
CountySANTA CRUZ
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
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.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Calabasas ElementaryC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.8 mi
H
Aptos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
M
Aptos Junior HighC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95076These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.510

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.83,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.573 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,517
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,801
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.74%

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.Yes

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

53 Rancho 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 93% of homes in Watsonville 95076
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Watsonville 95076
  • Among the smallest homes in Watsonville 95076
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Watsonville 95076

What homes are worth in Watsonville 95076

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

This home
$390K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Watsonville 95076.

How it measures up in Watsonville 95076

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watsonville 95076.

Estimated value$1,487,219
CheaperTypical $742,264Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$3663
CheaperTypical $494Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area406 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 53 Rancho Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatsonville 95076Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,487,21993% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3663almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than406 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac77% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than195528% of homes28% of homes

About 53 Rancho Rd

How much is 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA is $1,487,219 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,264,136 to $1,710,301. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA last sell?

53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA?

53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA has 406 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA built?

53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old.

What schools serve 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA?

53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA is assigned to Calabasas Elementary (elementary), rated C-; Aptos High School (high), rated A-; Aptos Junior High (middle), rated C. All sit in Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA compare to other homes in Watsonville 95076?

Among the 16,208 homes in Watsonville 95076, it is worth more than 93% of them ($1,487,219 against a typical $742,264), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($3663 against a typical $494), it is bigger than almost none of them (406 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1955 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 77% 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 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Rancho Rd, Watsonville, CA was $954. The county assessed it at $21,062.

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