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$821,236$269 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $460,000 on Dec 11, 2007

8261 PRAIRIE STAR CT

SACRAMENTO, CA 95829
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,052 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
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

$821K
$704K low$938K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$460,000 · Dec 11, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,666 (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.$616,284 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$267,946
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$348,338
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$604,201

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.44
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
76
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.5 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountySACRAMENTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Arnold Adreani Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.0 mi
M
Katherine L. Albiani Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Pleasant Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Elk Grove Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95829These 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.46
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 100.95

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.31,376
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,635 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,400
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

8261 Prairie Star Ct 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 95829
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Sacramento County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Sacramento County

What homes are worth in Sacramento 95829

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

This home
$405K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Sacramento 95829.

How it measures up in Sacramento 95829

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sacramento 95829.

Estimated value$821,236
CheaperTypical $568,971Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $297Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area3,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,002 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 8261 Prairie Star Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSacramento 95829Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$821,23689% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26929% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than3,052 ft²90% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac86% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than200252% of homes79% of homes

About 8261 Prairie Star Ct

How much is 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA is $821,236 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $704,417 to $938,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA last sell?

8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA last sold on Dec 11, 2007 for $460,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA?

8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,052 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA built?

8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA?

8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA is assigned to Arnold Adreani Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Katherine L. Albiani Middle School (middle), rated A-; Pleasant Grove High School (high), rated A. All sit in Elk Grove Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA compare to other homes in Sacramento 95829?

Among the 10,976 homes in Sacramento 95829, it is worth more than 89% of them ($821,236 against a typical $568,971), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($269 against a typical $297), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,052 ft² against a typical 2,002 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (2002 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 89% 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 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8261 Prairie Star Ct, Sacramento, CA was $6,666. The county assessed it at $616,284.

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