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$649,472$318 / 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 95How 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

5981 MOTHER LODE DR

PLACERVILLE, CA 95667
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,043 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.
0.8 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$649K
$616K low$683K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,159 (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.$212,156 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,551
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,605
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$207,997

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyEL DORADO
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1963
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 2,043 ft²

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.

H
Union Mine High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Indian Creek Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.2 mi
M
Herbert C. Green Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Mother Lode Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95667These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,621
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,374
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

5981 Mother Lode Dr 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 72% of homes in Placerville 95667
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Placerville 95667
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Placerville 95667
  • Older than 93% of homes in El Dorado County

What homes are worth in Placerville 95667

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

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$268K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Placerville 95667.

How it measures up in Placerville 95667

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Placerville 95667.

Estimated value$649,472
CheaperTypical $539,332Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $316Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area2,043 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 5981 Mother Lode Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlacerville 95667El Dorado County
Estimated valuepricier than$649,47272% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31851% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,043 ft²68% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac31% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than195514% of homes7% of homes

About 5981 Mother Lode Dr

How much is 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA is $649,472 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $616,414 to $682,530. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA last sell?

5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA?

5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,043 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA built?

5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA?

5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA is assigned to Union Mine High School (high), rated B; Indian Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Herbert C. Green Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Mother Lode Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA compare to other homes in Placerville 95667?

Among the 14,066 homes in Placerville 95667, it is worth more than 72% of them ($649,472 against a typical $539,332), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($318 against a typical $316), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,043 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1955 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of El Dorado County, it is worth more than 51% 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 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5981 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA was $2,159. The county assessed it at $212,156.

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