1170 Markham Way
Sacramento 95818 · Land Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.55736, -121.49979
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R-1 in City of Sacramento with likely ADU & SB 9 infill eligibility and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $823,000 ($724,000–$922,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned R-1 supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 8,712 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 6 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$54,618 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Feb 5, 2026).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
- ✓ Above-average reinvestment in Land Park
245 substantial renovation & housing permits over 24 months (69.8 per 1,000 parcels vs. 30.4 citywide baseline) (#42 of 102 neighborhoods).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (Land Park)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! Mapped flood awareness zone (Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee)
all of the lot of the parcel intersects Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee. Outside mandatory federal SFHA insurance rules, but check local drainage and finished-floor requirements.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Land Park and Broadway (0.47 mi NE, entitled). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$9,832/yr at $823,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$819/mo). Confirm exact Mello-Roos / CFD special assessments on the county tax bill.
Source: CA Const. Art. XIIIA (Prop 13) · County Tax Collector
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 8,712 sq ft (0.20 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03005
- Addresses on lot:
- 1170 MARKHAM WAY
Zoning & Land Use
R-1 — Single-Unit Dwelling Zone (R)
2040 General Plan: Neighborhood (FAR up to 1)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned R-1 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned R-1, a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned R-1, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 8,712 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Not in a State-mapped fire hazard severity zone
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06067C0190H, effective August 16, 2012
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $724,000 – $922,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95818) · FY 2026
Studio $1,950 · 1BR $2,050 · 2BR $2,520 · 3BR $3,350 · 4BR $3,870
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Land Park and Broadway (Entitled)0.47 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 5.6 yr (since Apr 23, 2021), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (53 housing units across 0 permits).
- 2401 13th St. Apartment Complex (Fee estimate)0.48 mi NE
In "Fee estimate" for 21 mo (since Feb 11, 2025), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (15 housing units, $2,450,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 870 Swanston Dr (Applied)0.4 mi SW
In "Applied" for 9 mo (since Feb 27, 2026), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657). contractor changed to "JASON ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION INC" in snapshot Nov 1, 2026.
- 1172 4th Ave ADU (Entitled)0.18 mi S
In "Entitled" for 5.2 yr (since Aug 18, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: D And J Kitchens And Baths (1 on parcel, 12 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Premier Pools Sacramento (1 on parcel, 10 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Bell Brothers Heating And Air (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Absolute Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Dw Plumbing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2600666 | Pool / spa | Finaled | Iss. Feb 5, 2026 | $51,155 | Swimming pool remodel. Water conserving fixtures are required to be installed throughout this residence per SB 407 (Note… |
| RES-2418624 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. Aug 21, 2024 | $39,292 | E-Permit: Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - Yes, 1 layer(s), 32 squares of Lifetime Laminated Dimensional Composition. CRRC: 066… |
| RES-2325828 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Dec 20, 2023 | $60,000 | EPC - EXPEDITED - Kitchen and bathroom remodel. Remove load bearing wall and replace with beam, posts and footing. Remo… |
| RES-2214383 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Expired Permit | Iss. Jul 7, 2022 | $9,901 | Change-out installation of Gas - 040 gallon to Gas - Tankless, located inside building, screening not required. Carbon … |