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$1,350,161$648 / 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 60How 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 $800,000 on Mar 17, 2023

856 RIVER RD

SALINAS, CA 93908
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,084 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.
5.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$815K low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$800,000 · Mar 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,091 (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.$848,966 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$530,604
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$318,362
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$160,588

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
85
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyMONTEREY
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Buena Vista Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
E
Spreckels Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.2 mi
H
Salinas High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Spreckels Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93908These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.334

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,609
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$158,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

856 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 80% of homes in Monterey County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Salinas 93908
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Monterey County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Monterey County

What homes are worth in Salinas 93908

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

This home
$603K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Salinas 93908.

How it measures up in Salinas 93908

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salinas 93908.

Estimated value$1,350,161
CheaperTypical $1,081,088Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$648
CheaperTypical $484Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,084 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size5.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 856 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalinas 93908Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,350,16177% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64893% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than2,084 ft²45% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.01 ac92% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197537% of homes56% of homes

About 856 River Rd

How much is 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA is $1,350,161 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $815,444 to $1,884,878. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA last sell?

856 River Rd, Salinas, CA last sold on Mar 17, 2023 for $800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA?

856 River Rd, Salinas, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,084 square feet of living space.

When was 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA built?

856 River Rd, Salinas, CA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA?

856 River Rd, Salinas, CA is assigned to Buena Vista Middle School (middle), rated A-; Spreckels Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Salinas High School (high), rated B. All sit in Spreckels Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA compare to other homes in Salinas 93908?

Among the 4,340 homes in Salinas 93908, it is worth more than 77% of them ($1,350,161 against a typical $1,081,088), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($648 against a typical $484), it is bigger than 45% of them (2,084 ft² against a typical 2,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (5.01 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1975 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 80% 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 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 River Rd, Salinas, CA was $2,091. The county assessed it at $848,966.

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