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$346,911$400 / 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 89How 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 $330,000 on Apr 9, 2025

1878 RIVER RANCH DR

SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
2
Beds
2
Baths
867 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.
811 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$347K
$308K low$385K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Apr 9, 2025
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.$186,912
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$149,530
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.46%
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.$159,999
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · recorded Apr 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,279 (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.$336,344 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$168,172
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$168,172
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,465

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.39
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
24
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
56
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountySANTA BARBARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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(9)

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
William Rice Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Tommie Kunst Junior HighD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Pioneer Valley High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Santa Maria-Bonita Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93454These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.247

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,465
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,949
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,472
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.75%

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

1878 River Ranch Dr 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 98% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Santa Barbara County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Santa Maria 93454
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Santa Maria 93454
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Santa Maria 93454

What homes are worth in Santa Maria 93454

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

This home
$311K$1M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Santa Maria 93454.

How it measures up in Santa Maria 93454

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santa Maria 93454.

Estimated value$346,911
CheaperTypical $589,108Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$400
CheaperTypical $383Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area867 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,507 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size811 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 1878 River Ranch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Maria 93454Santa Barbara County
Estimated valuepricier than$346,9114% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40059% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than867 ft²4% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than811 ft²6% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than198474% of homes69% of homes

About 1878 River Ranch Dr

How much is 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA is $346,911 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $308,432 to $385,390. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA last sell?

1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA last sold on Apr 9, 2025 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA?

1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 867 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA built?

1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA?

1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA is assigned to William Rice Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Tommie Kunst Junior High (middle), rated D; Pioneer Valley High School (high), rated C. All sit in Santa Maria-Bonita Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA compare to other homes in Santa Maria 93454?

Among the 9,363 homes in Santa Maria 93454, it is worth more than 4% of them ($346,911 against a typical $589,108), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($400 against a typical $383), it is bigger than 4% of them (867 ft² against a typical 1,507 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (811 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1984 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Santa Barbara County, it is worth more than 2% 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 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1878 River Ranch Dr, Santa Maria, CA was $3,279. The county assessed it at $336,344.

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