4640 Joaquin Way
Sacramento 95822 · Hollywood Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.53246, -121.49148
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R-1-EA-4 in City of Sacramento with likely ADU & SB 9 infill eligibility and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $560,000 ($493,000–$627,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned R-1-EA-4 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 5 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jul 12, 2021, letting you verify roof, HVAC, electrical, or structural work against seller disclosures.
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
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)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: 2065 4plex (0.35 mi N, 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 (~$6,834/yr at $560,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$570/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:
- 03007
- Addresses on lot:
- 2179 23RD AVE; 4640 JOAQUIN WAY
Zoning & Land Use
R-1-EA-4 — 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 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: $493,000 – $627,000 · 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
- 2065 4plex (Entitled)0.35 mi N
In "Entitled" for 3.7 yr (since Mar 1, 2023), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (4 housing units, $480,000 declared valuation across 2 permits).
- 2051 20th Ave ADU (Entitled)0.2 mi N
In "Entitled" for 5 yr (since Nov 23, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 2046 20th AVE_ADU (Entitled)0.2 mi N
In "Entitled" for 3.4 yr (since Jun 8, 2023), exceeding the 184d median and 575d 90th percentile for new duplex / half-plex permits in City of Sacramento (n=115).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 2116 16th Ave (Entitled)0.29 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 3.7 yr (since Mar 17, 2023), 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: Armstrong Plumbing (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Jaguar Heating And Air (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Springfield Builders (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Sequoia Pacific Builders (29 in ½ mi · Demolition); Syncon Homes Of California (24 in ½ mi · New single-family home).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2115002 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jul 12, 2021 | $5,429 | E-Permit: Drain Line replacement or repair, 35 L.F. Water Re-pipe, 32 L.F. Shower Valve Replacement. |
| RES-2115000 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jul 12, 2021 | $5,429 | E-Permit: Drain Line replacement or repair, 35 L.F. Water Re-pipe, 32 L.F. Shower Valve Replacement. |
| RES-2001534 | HVAC / heat pump | Expired Permit | Iss. Jan 29, 2020 | $9,650 | Change-out w/new ducts Furnace Only (Split System) to Ground Mount. The existing unit shall be removed. The new unit sha… |
| RES-1709867 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. Jun 8, 2017 | $8,500 | Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - No, 1 layer(s), 30 squares of 30yr Laminated Dimensional Composition. In-progress inspection r… |