3839 12th St
Sacramento 95822 · Land Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.54387, -121.50532
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 $578,000 ($509,000–$647,000).
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 7,841 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 2 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$10,624 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (7 total permits, latest Nov 18, 2025).
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: Accessory dwelling unit at 826 8th Ave (0.42 mi NW, applied). 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 (~$7,039/yr at $578,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$587/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:
- 7,841 sq ft (0.18 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03005
- Addresses on lot:
- 3839 12TH ST
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 7,841 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 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: $509,000 – $647,000 · 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
- Accessory dwelling unit at 826 8th Ave (Applied)0.42 mi NW
In "Applied" for 7 mo (since Apr 29, 2026), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657). issued_date changed to "2026-09-29" in snapshot Nov 1, 2026.
- 3836 Land Park ADU (Entitled)0.11 mi SE
In "Entitled" for 5.7 yr (since Mar 11, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 3909 Bartley Detached ADU (Entitled)0.12 mi S
In "Entitled" for 5.8 yr (since Jan 20, 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)0.22 mi SW
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).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Bonney Plumbing (1 on parcel, 6 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Connected Technology (2 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Cal Pro Trim And Finish (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Demolition); Bobo Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Mills Builders (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2524026 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Nov 18, 2025 | $18,200 | Remove vanity to install wall hung sink. Remove Tub/shower to install barrier free shower. Move toilet. Water conserving… |
| RES-2503326 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Feb 19, 2025 | $14,658 | E-Permit: Drain Line replacement or repair, 60 L.F. |
| RES-2415447 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Jul 22, 2024 | $2,005 | ADD NEW CIRCUIT AND RUN APPROX 45' 8 AWG WIRE 3/4 EMT CONDUIT WITH 10 AWG GROUND TO NEW JUICEBOX FOR EV CHARGING USES 32… |
| RES-2415612 | Remodel / interior alteration | Void | App. Jul 16, 2024 | $2,005 | Add new 40 amp circuit and run approximately 45’ 8 AWG wire in ¾” EMT conduit with 10 AWG ground to new Juicebox for EV… |
| RES-1714538 |