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$3,647,880$3,097 / 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 88How 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 $1,425,000 on Dec 30, 2015

781 CALIFORNIA AVE

RENO, NV 89509
3
Beds
4
Baths
1,178 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.
0.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$3.6M
$3.2M low$4.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,425,000 · Dec 30, 2015
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.$2,847,880
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$2,278,304
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.21%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$600,000
THE JASON YELOWITZ 2006 TRUST · recorded Feb 27, 2023
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$200,000
THE JASON YELOWITZ 2006 TRUST

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,289 (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.$142,958 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,413
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,545
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,033
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$408,450

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.159 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
CountyWashoe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Porch · 374 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Reno High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Jessie Beck Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Darrell C. Swope Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Washoe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 89509These 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.103
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 100.289

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,556
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,078 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,408
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,583
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.10 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

781 California 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Reno 89509
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newlands
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Washoe County
  • Among the largest lots in Newlands
  • Older than 97% of homes in Washoe County

What homes are worth in Reno 89509

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

This home
$185K$1.7M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Reno 89509.

How it measures up in Reno 89509

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reno 89509.

Estimated value$3,647,880
CheaperTypical $700,858Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$3097
CheaperTypical $378Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,793 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 781 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewlandsReno 89509Washoe County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,647,880almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3097almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²21% of homes23% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 acalmost all homes97% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than194582% of homes12% of homes3% of homes

About 781 California Ave

How much is 781 California Ave, Reno, NV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 781 California Ave, Reno, NV is $3,647,880 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $3,198,450 to $4,097,310. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 781 California Ave, Reno, NV last sell?

781 California Ave, Reno, NV last sold on Dec 30, 2015 for $1,425,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 781 California Ave, Reno, NV?

781 California Ave, Reno, NV has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,178 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 781 California Ave, Reno, NV built?

781 California Ave, Reno, NV was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 781 California Ave, Reno, NV?

781 California Ave, Reno, NV is assigned to Reno High School (high), rated A-; Jessie Beck Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Darrell C. Swope Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Washoe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 781 California Ave, Reno, NV compare to other homes in Reno 89509?

Among the 12,353 homes in Reno 89509, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,647,880 against a typical $700,858), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($3097 against a typical $378), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 1,793 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1945 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Washoe County, it is worth more than almost all 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 781 California Ave, Reno, NV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 781 California Ave, Reno, NV was $4,289. The county assessed it at $142,958.

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