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$5,219,534$1,111 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,822,500 on Dec 30, 2014

8506 WELLSCROFT CT

TRUCKEE, CA 96161
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,697 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.
1.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$5.2M
$4.7M low$5.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,822,500 · Dec 30, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$46,903 (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.$4,383,418 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$980,705
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,402,713
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,297,470

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.20
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyPLACER
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.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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 · 4.1 mi
E
Truckee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.2 mi
M
Alder Creek Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 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

8506 Wellscroft 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Placer County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Placer County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Placer County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Truckee 96161
  • Older than 89% of homes in Martis Camp

What homes are worth in Truckee 96161

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

This home
$370K$6.9M

This home is worth more than 97% 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$5,219,534
CheaperTypical $1,010,571Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1111
CheaperTypical $583Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area4,697 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size1.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 8506 Wellscroft Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMartis CampTruckee 96161Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$5,219,53418% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11118% of homes94% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,697 ft²47% of homes97% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.4 ac55% of homes93% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than201111% of homes87% of homes82% of homes

About 8506 Wellscroft Ct

How much is 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA is $5,219,534 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $4,652,204 to $5,786,864. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA last sell?

8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA last sold on Dec 30, 2014 for $2,822,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA?

8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA has 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms and 4,697 square feet of living space.

When was 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA built?

8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA was built in 2011, making it 15 years old.

What schools serve 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA?

8506 Wellscroft Ct, 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 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA compare to other homes in Truckee 96161?

Among the 18,285 homes in Truckee 96161, it is worth more than 97% of them ($5,219,534 against a typical $1,010,571), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($1111 against a typical $583), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,697 ft² against a typical 1,875 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (1.4 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2011 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Placer 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 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8506 Wellscroft Ct, Truckee, CA was $46,903. The county assessed it at $4,383,418.

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