1156 Darnel Way
Sacramento 95822 · Land Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.54088, -121.50771
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 $678,000 ($597,000–$759,000).
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 3 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Oct 5, 2026, 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 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 1116 Darnel Way (360 ft NW, 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 (~$8,179/yr at $678,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$682/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 · Two Family · Duplex
- Tax rate area:
- 03005
- Addresses on lot:
- 1149 SHERBURN AVE; 1156 DARNEL 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 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: $597,000 – $759,000 · 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 1116 Darnel Way (Entitled)360 ft NW
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).
- 3909 Bartley Detached ADU (Entitled)0.16 mi NE
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).
- 4010 Parkside Detached Adu (Entitled)0.23 mi S
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).
- 3836 Land Park ADU (Entitled)0.24 mi NE
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).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Mauch Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Main Stream Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); D And J Kitchens And Baths (12 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Abrahams Construction (8 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Premier Pools (7 in ½ mi · Pool / spa).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2622122 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Oct 5, 2026 | $2,249 | E-Permit: - Overhead service, adding 3 outlets (120V), adding 1 outlets (240V), adding 3 paddle fans. |
| RES-2301749 | Roof replacement | Expired Permit | Iss. Jan 30, 2023 | $15,000 | E-Permit: Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - No, 2 layer(s), 30 squares of 30yr Laminated Dimensional Composition. CRRC: 0668-011… |