4301 Kenston Way
Sacramento 95822 · South Land Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.53689, -121.51308
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 $525,000 ($462,000–$588,000).
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 10,890 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 3 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 7 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Aug 18, 2025, letting you verify roof, HVAC, electrical, or structural work against seller disclosures.
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
- ✓ Above-average reinvestment in South Land Park
226 substantial renovation & housing permits over 24 months (42.3 per 1,000 parcels vs. 30.4 citywide baseline) (#28 of 102 neighborhoods).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (South Land Park)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! Mapped flood awareness zone (Zone X: minimal flood hazard)
all of the lot of the parcel intersects Zone X: minimal flood hazard. 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: 1109 Brownwyk Drive ADU (80 ft 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 (~$6,435/yr at $525,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$536/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:
- 10,890 sq ft (0.25 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03064
- Addresses on lot:
- 4301 KENSTON 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 10,890 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: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06067C0170H, 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: $462,000 – $588,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95822) · FY 2026
Studio $1,620 · 1BR $1,700 · 2BR $2,090 · 3BR $2,780 · 4BR $3,210
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- 1109 Brownwyk Drive ADU (Entitled)80 ft NE
In "Entitled" for 5.3 yr (since Jul 21, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 4010 Parkside Detached Adu (Entitled)0.36 mi E
In "Entitled" for 5.7 yr (since Mar 8, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 1116 Darnel Way (Entitled)0.42 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 2.2 yr (since Sep 4, 2024), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 4411 Del Rio Road ADUs (Entitled)0.5 mi E
In "Entitled" for 5.3 yr (since Aug 12, 2021), exceeding the 184d median and 575d 90th percentile for new duplex / half-plex permits in City of Sacramento (n=115).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Bell Brothers Heating And Air (2 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding); High End Electric (2 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Straight Line Roofing And Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Atticman Heating And Air Conditioning Insulation (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); S And S Plumbing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2517316 | HVAC / heat pump | Finaled | Iss. Aug 18, 2025 | $18,141 | No Duct Work Permitted. Change-out Split System to Split System. The existing unit shall be removed. The new unit shall … |
| RES-2413733 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jun 21, 2024 | $2,000 | Change-out installation of Gas - 050 gallon to Gas - 050 gallon, located inside building, screening not required. |
| RES-2313414 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Jul 3, 2023 | $1,300 | 40 amp Circuit for EV Charger in garage. Installation of 8 AWG wire from main panel to Charger. Installation of a 40 amp… |
| RES-2311289 | Electrical / panel | Finaled | Iss. Jun 3, 2023 | $3,200 | E-Permit: existing panel 200 Amps - Overhead service, new main panel 200 Amps, New Install weather head/masthead work. |