2297 John Still Dr
Sacramento 95832 · Meadowview · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.47756, -121.48328
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 $431,000 ($379,000–$483,000).
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 6,534 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 4 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$18,864 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (7 total permits, latest Nov 21, 2025).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
- ✓ Above-average reinvestment in Meadowview
163 substantial renovation & housing permits over 24 months (19.5 per 1,000 parcels vs. 30.4 citywide baseline) (#30 of 102 neighborhoods).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (Meadowview)
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: Accessory dwelling unit at 7660 23rd St (320 ft N, in review). 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 (~$5,363/yr at $431,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$447/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:
- 6,534 sq ft (0.15 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03054
- Addresses on lot:
- 2297 JOHN STILL DR
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 6,534 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 06067C0305H, 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: $379,000 – $483,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95832) · FY 2026
Studio $1,910 · 1BR $2,010 · 2BR $2,470 · 3BR $3,290 · 4BR $3,790
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Accessory dwelling unit at 7660 23rd St (In review)320 ft N
In "In review" for 6 mo (since Apr 30, 2026), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 2262 Craig Ave ADU (Entitled)0.11 mi W
In "Entitled" for 5.3 yr (since Aug 4, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 2250 Craig Ave ADU (Entitled)0.14 mi W
In "Entitled" for 5 yr (since Nov 10, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- Kenworthy Tentative Map (Entitled)0.24 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 5.7 yr (since Feb 25, 2021), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Grid Alternatives (3 on parcel, 6 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Clarke And Rush Mechanical (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Quality First Home Improvement (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); High End Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); DR Horton (36 in ½ mi · New single-family home).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2524428 | Plan revision / deferred submittal | Complete | App. Nov 21, 2025 | — | REVISION TO RES-2520679- Changed EV brand to ChargePoint Home Flex. Output rating is the same as previously designed. E… |
| RES-2520679 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Oct 7, 2025 | $3,000 | Install a hardwired ev charger with a 40a breaker in the msp. REVISION RES-2524428 - Changed EV brand to ChargePoint Hom… |
| RES-2518004 | Solar / battery storage | Finaled | Iss. Aug 26, 2025 | $49,981 | Reviewed by SolarApp+ 5.3kw Solar PV System, 11.5 kw PV Storage System Size and nullgal Solar WH System (water heater in… |
| RES-2501678 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jan 24, 2025 | $10,000 | Change-out installation of Gas - 040 gallon to Electric - 040 gallon, located inside building, screening not required. |