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$550,440$363 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

8256 RENSSELAER WAY

SACRAMENTO, CA 95826
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,517 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$550K
$515K low$586K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,594 (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.$122,992 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,983
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,009
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,581

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.34
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
42
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.9 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
CountySACRAMENTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
M
Kit Carson Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Rosemont High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Sacramento City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95826These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.15%
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.43,134
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,753 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,713
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,237
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 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

8256 Rensselaer Way 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 89% of homes in Sacramento 95826
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Sacramento 95826
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Sacramento 95826
  • Older than 88% of homes in College / Glen

What homes are worth in Sacramento 95826

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

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$201K$645K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Sacramento 95826.

How it measures up in Sacramento 95826

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sacramento 95826.

Estimated value$550,440
CheaperTypical $457,455Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,517 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,419 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 8256 Rensselaer Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCollege / GlenSacramento 95826Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$550,44072% of homes89% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36380% of homes85% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,517 ft²49% of homes62% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac79% of homes83% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than196112% of homes12% of homes24% of homes

About 8256 Rensselaer Way

How much is 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA is $550,440 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $515,109 to $585,771. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA last sell?

8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA?

8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,517 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA built?

8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA?

8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA is assigned to Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Kit Carson Middle School (middle), rated C-; Rosemont High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Sacramento City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA compare to other homes in Sacramento 95826?

Among the 11,336 homes in Sacramento 95826, it is worth more than 89% of them ($550,440 against a typical $457,455), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($363 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,517 ft² against a typical 1,419 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1961 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 57% 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 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8256 Rensselaer Way, Sacramento, CA was $1,594. The county assessed it at $122,992.

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