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$515,000$331 / 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 91How 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 $510,000 on Jul 28, 2026

972 SHELLWOOD WAY

SACRAMENTO, CA 95831
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,555 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$515K
$471K low$559K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$510,000 · Jul 28, 2026
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.$422,500
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$338,000
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.18%
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.$92,500
FIRST UNION MORTGAGE · recorded Sep 30, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,729 (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.$206,527 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,918
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,609
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$202,478

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.32
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
38
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.14
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.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.

E
Martin Luther King Jr. K-8 SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.1 mi
H
John F. Kennedy High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Sacramento City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95831These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.43,543
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,615 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,707
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.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

972 Shellwood Way 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 81% of homes in Sacramento 95831
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Sacramento 95831
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Sacramento 95831
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Sacramento 95831

What homes are worth in Sacramento 95831

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

This home
$333K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Sacramento 95831.

How it measures up in Sacramento 95831

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sacramento 95831.

Estimated value$515,000
CheaperTypical $630,335Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $335Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,555 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,892 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 972 Shellwood Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePocketSacramento 95831Sacramento County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,00021% of homes19% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33141% of homes45% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,555 ft²31% of homes27% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac29% of homes20% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than198663% of homes75% of homes56% of homes

About 972 Shellwood Way

How much is 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA is $515,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $470,934 to $559,066. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA last sell?

972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA last sold on Jul 28, 2026 for $510,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA?

972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,555 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA built?

972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA?

972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA is assigned to Martin Luther King Jr. K-8 School (elementary), rated C-; John F. Kennedy High School (high), rated B. All sit in Sacramento City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA compare to other homes in Sacramento 95831?

Among the 13,295 homes in Sacramento 95831, it is worth more than 19% of them ($515,000 against a typical $630,335), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($331 against a typical $335), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,555 ft² against a typical 1,892 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1986 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Sacramento County, it is worth more than 49% 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 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 972 Shellwood Way, Sacramento, CA was $2,729. The county assessed it at $206,527.

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