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$859,206$397 / 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 $715,000 on Feb 26, 2024

8740 RIDGE RD

NEWCASTLE, CA 95658
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,162 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.
1.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$859K
$770K low$949K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Feb 26, 2024
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.$859,206
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$687,365

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,817 (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.$743,886 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,686
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$520,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$729,300

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.
76
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.Contemporary
CountyPLACER
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(13)

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.

E
Newcastle Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Del Oro High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 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

8740 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 more than 74% of homes in Placer County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Placer County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Placer County
  • Older than 66% of 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 42% 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$859,206
CheaperTypical $916,145Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,162 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 3.6 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 8740 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewcastle 95658Placer County
Estimated valuepricier than$859,20642% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39736% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,162 ft²48% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 ac16% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than198764% of homes34% of homes

About 8740 Ridge Rd

How much is 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA is $859,206 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $769,547 to $948,865. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA last sell?

8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA last sold on Feb 26, 2024 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,162 square feet of living space.

When was 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA built?

8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a contemporary home.

What schools serve 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

8740 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 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA compare to other homes in Newcastle 95658?

Among the 2,297 homes in Newcastle 95658, it is worth more than 42% of them ($859,206 against a typical $916,145), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($397 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 48% of them (2,162 ft² against a typical 2,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (1.3 ac against a typical 3.6 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1987 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Placer County, it is worth more than 74% 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 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8740 Ridge Rd, Newcastle, CA was $7,817. The county assessed it at $743,886.

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