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$2,745,077$884 / 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 83How 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 $175,000 on Feb 24, 1998

5725 BALM RIDGE WAY

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,104 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.
1.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.7M
$2.3M low$3.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Feb 24, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,683 (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.$1,081,196 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$320,544
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$760,652
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,059,997

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.23
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
93
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountySAN LUIS OBISPO
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Los Ranchos Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.3 mi
M
Laguna Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.7 mi
H
San Luis Obispo High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: San Luis Coastal Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93401These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.320

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.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,428
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.461 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,611
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,227
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.75%

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How this home compares

5725 Balm Ridge 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 more than 98% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in San Luis Obispo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in San Luis Obispo 93401
  • Newer than 85% of homes in San Luis Obispo County

What homes are worth in San Luis Obispo 93401

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

This home
$516K$3M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in San Luis Obispo 93401.

How it measures up in San Luis Obispo 93401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Luis Obispo 93401.

Estimated value$2,745,077
CheaperTypical $1,116,354Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$884
CheaperTypical $639Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area3,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size1.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 5725 Balm Ridge Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSan Luis Obispo 93401San Luis Obispo County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,745,07797% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$88491% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than3,104 ft²91% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.73 ac94% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than200578% of homes85% of homes

About 5725 Balm Ridge Way

How much is 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,745,077 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,265,208 to $3,224,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA last sell?

5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA last sold on Feb 24, 1998 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA?

5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 3,104 square feet of living space.

When was 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA built?

5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA?

5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA is assigned to Los Ranchos Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Laguna Middle School (middle), rated A; San Luis Obispo High School (high), rated A. All sit in San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA compare to other homes in San Luis Obispo 93401?

Among the 10,957 homes in San Luis Obispo 93401, it is worth more than 97% of them ($2,745,077 against a typical $1,116,354), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($884 against a typical $639), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,104 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.73 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2005 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of San Luis Obispo County, it is worth more than 98% 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 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5725 Balm Ridge Way, San Luis Obispo, CA was $11,683. The county assessed it at $1,081,196.

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