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$265,548$171 / 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 98How 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

BENSON AVE

RIDGECREST, CA
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,550 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$266K
$259K low$272K high
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.$265,548
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$212,438

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,437 (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.$172,320 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,942

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 21 ft²Porch · 46 ft²

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

E
Faller Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
James Monroe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Burroughs High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Sierra Sands Unified School District

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

Benson Ave 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 75% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Kern County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Kern County

How it measures up in Kern County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kern County.

Estimated value$265,548
CheaperTypical $349,892Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,550 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How Benson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKern County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,54825% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17114% of homes
Living areabigger than1,550 ft²51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac63% of homes
Year builtnewer than200481% of homes

About Benson Ave

How much is Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA is $265,548 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $259,041 to $272,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA last sell?

Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,550 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA built?

Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA is assigned to Faller Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; James Monroe Middle School (middle), rated D+; Burroughs High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Sierra Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA compare to other homes in Kern County?

Among the 258,265 homes in Kern County, it is worth more than 25% of them ($265,548 against a typical $349,892), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($171 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,550 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2004 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA was $2,437. The county assessed it at $172,320.

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