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$324,048$249 / 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 87How 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 $315,000 on Oct 29, 2024

8979 SHEEP RANCH RD

MOUNTAIN RANCH, CA 95246
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,303 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.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$324K
$282K low$366K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Oct 29, 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.$14,754
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$11,803
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.97%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$309,294
CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Oct 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,265 (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.$182,103 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,407
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,696
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,533

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.Conventional
CountyCALAVERAS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(4)

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.

E
San Andreas Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 10.2 mi
H
Calaveras High SchoolC+
High · Grades 8–12 · 10.6 mi
M
Toyon Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.4 mi

District: Calaveras Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95246These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.65%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.1,962
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,223
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,776
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

8979 Sheep Ranch 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 less than 72% of homes in Calaveras County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Calaveras County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Calaveras County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Calaveras County

What homes are worth in Mountain Ranch 95246

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

This home
$102K$569K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Mountain Ranch 95246.

How it measures up in Mountain Ranch 95246

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mountain Ranch 95246.

Estimated value$324,048
CheaperTypical $288,202Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,303 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,225 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMountain Ranch 95246Calaveras County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,04867% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24957% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,303 ft²57% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac26% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than196339% of homes19% of homes

About 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd

How much is 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA is $324,048 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $282,182 to $365,914. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA last sell?

8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA last sold on Oct 29, 2024 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA?

8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,303 square feet of living space.

When was 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA built?

8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA?

8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA is assigned to San Andreas Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Calaveras High School (high), rated C+; Toyon Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Calaveras Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA compare to other homes in Mountain Ranch 95246?

Among the 275 homes in Mountain Ranch 95246, it is worth more than 67% of them ($324,048 against a typical $288,202), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($249 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,303 ft² against a typical 1,225 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1963 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Calaveras County, it is worth more than 28% 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 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8979 Sheep Ranch Rd, Mountain Ranch, CA was $2,265. The county assessed it at $182,103.

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