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$581,965$280 / 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 $475,000 on Oct 31, 2023

8240 RIDGE RD

NEWCASTLE, CA 95658
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,075 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.
4.66 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$582K
$523K low$641K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$475,000 · Oct 31, 2023
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.$581,965
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$465,572

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,307 (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.$494,190 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$416,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$78,030
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$484,500

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
78
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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(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
Newcastle Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Del Oro High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Placer Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95658These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.323 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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

8240 Ridge 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 less than 88% of homes in Newcastle 95658
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Newcastle 95658
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Placer County
  • Among the oldest homes in Placer County

What homes are worth in Newcastle 95658

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

This home
$385K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Newcastle 95658.

How it measures up in Newcastle 95658

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newcastle 95658.

Estimated value$581,965
CheaperTypical $916,145Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,075 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size4.66 ac
SmallerTypical 3.6 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 8240 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewcastle 95658Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$581,96512% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2803% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,075 ft²44% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.66 ac60% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than19123% of homesalmost no homes

About 8240 Ridge Rd

How much is 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA is $581,965 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $523,228 to $640,702. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA last sell?

8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA last sold on Oct 31, 2023 for $475,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 2,075 square feet of living space.

When was 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA built?

8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a colonial home.

What schools serve 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA is assigned to Newcastle Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Del Oro High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Placer Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA compare to other homes in Newcastle 95658?

Among the 2,297 homes in Newcastle 95658, it is worth more than 12% of them ($581,965 against a typical $916,145), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($280 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 44% of them (2,075 ft² against a typical 2,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (4.66 ac against a typical 3.6 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1912 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than 30% 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 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8240 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA was $5,307. The county assessed it at $494,190.

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