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$136,761$168 / 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 84How 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 $136,000 on Nov 7, 2025

217 AMERICAN ST

RIDGECREST, CA
2
Beds
1
Baths
816 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$137K
$115K low$158K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,000 · Nov 7, 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.$50,761
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$40,609
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.63%
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.$86,000
BARRETT FINANCIAL GROUP LLC · recorded Nov 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,626 (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.$136,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,800

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.55
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.0.2 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.Single Family Residence
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

Transaction History(7)

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
Gateway Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
James Monroe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Burroughs High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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.Absentee owner
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

217 American St 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 97% of homes in Kern County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Kern County
  • Older than 66% 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$136,761
CheaperTypical $349,015Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 217 American St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKern County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,7613% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16812% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac23% of homes
Year builtnewer than197234% of homes

About 217 American St

How much is 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA is $136,761 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $115,322 to $158,200. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA last sell?

217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA last sold on Nov 7, 2025 for $136,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA?

217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA built?

217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA?

217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA is assigned to Gateway Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA compare to other homes in Kern County?

Among the 258,222 homes in Kern County, it is worth more than 3% of them ($136,761 against a typical $349,015), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($168 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 5% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1972 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 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 American St, Ridgecrest, CA was $1,626. The county assessed it at $136,000.

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