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$886,697$732 / 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 90How 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 $410,000 on Jun 4, 2015

7940 RIVER RD

TRUCKEE, CA 96161
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,212 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$887K
$801K low$972K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$410,000 · Jun 4, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,872 (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.$453,568 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,806
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$367,762
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$444,675

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.61
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
77
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyPLACER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(4)

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
Truckee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
E
Truckee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.8 mi
M
Alder Creek Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 96161These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.260

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.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,932
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,204
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,659
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

7940 River 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 76% of homes in Placer County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Placer County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Truckee 96161
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Truckee 96161
  • Older than 95% of homes in Truckee 96161

What homes are worth in Truckee 96161

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

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$366K$5.5M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Truckee 96161.

How it measures up in Truckee 96161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Truckee 96161.

Estimated value$886,697
CheaperTypical $1,036,420Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$732
CheaperTypical $597Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,876 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 7940 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTruckee 96161Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$886,69735% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$73280% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,212 ft²15% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac80% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than19655% of homes11% of homes

About 7940 River Rd

How much is 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA is $886,697 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $801,195 to $972,199. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA last sell?

7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA last sold on Jun 4, 2015 for $410,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,212 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA built?

7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a colonial home.

What schools serve 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA is assigned to Truckee High School (high), rated A; Truckee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Alder Creek Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Tahoe-Truckee Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA compare to other homes in Truckee 96161?

Among the 18,284 homes in Truckee 96161, it is worth more than 35% of them ($886,697 against a typical $1,036,420), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($732 against a typical $597), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,212 ft² against a typical 1,876 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1965 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than 76% 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 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7940 River Rd, Truckee, CA was $4,872. The county assessed it at $453,568.

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