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$614,077$534 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $148,500 on Oct 12, 1994

638 UNIVERSITY AVE

SALINAS, CA 93901
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,150 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$614K
$588K low$640K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,500 · Oct 12, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,146 (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.$254,389 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$128,481
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,908
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$249,402

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.36
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
61
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
18
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
19
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
University Park Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Salinas High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Salinas City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93901These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.336

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.26,975
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,070 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,693
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

638 University 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 less than 77% of homes in Salinas 93901
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Salinas 93901
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Salinas 93901
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Salinas 93901
  • Older than 69% of homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Salinas 93901

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

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$393K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Salinas 93901.

How it measures up in Salinas 93901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salinas 93901.

Estimated value$614,077
CheaperTypical $718,733Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$534
CheaperTypical $455Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 638 University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalinas 93901Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$614,07723% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53483% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,150 ft²14% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac20% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195950% of homes31% of homes

About 638 University Ave

How much is 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA is $614,077 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $588,313 to $639,841. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA last sell?

638 University Ave, Salinas, CA last sold on Oct 12, 1994 for $148,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA?

638 University Ave, Salinas, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,150 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA built?

638 University Ave, Salinas, CA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA?

638 University Ave, Salinas, CA is assigned to University Park Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Washington Middle School (middle), rated C; Salinas High School (high), rated B. All sit in Salinas City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA compare to other homes in Salinas 93901?

Among the 6,462 homes in Salinas 93901, it is worth more than 23% of them ($614,077 against a typical $718,733), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($534 against a typical $455), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,150 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1959 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 26% 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 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 638 University Ave, Salinas, CA was $3,146. The county assessed it at $254,389.

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