4020 Deerbrook Dr
Sacramento 95823 · Valley Hi / North Laguna · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.47193, -121.46010
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 $425,000 ($374,000–$476,000).
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 5,600 sq ft lot.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 10 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 13, 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)
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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Plan revision / deferred submittal (SUB-1611528): Pending in review for 10.3 yr (91.9× the 41d median) — slower than 90% of plan revision / deferred submittal permits in City of Sacramento (median 41d, 90th pct 190d, n=69).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: 3990 Deer Run Way ADU (0.15 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 (~$5,295/yr at $425,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$441/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:
- 5,600 sq ft (0.13 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03117
- Addresses on lot:
- 4020 DEERBROOK 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 5,600 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 06067C0302H, 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: $374,000 – $476,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95823) · FY 2026
Studio $1,530 · 1BR $1,610 · 2BR $1,980 · 3BR $2,640 · 4BR $3,040
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Plan revision / deferred submittal (SUB-1611528) (Abandoned)On this parcel
Pending in review for 10.3 yr (91.9× the 41d median) — slower than 90% of plan revision / deferred submittal permits in City of Sacramento (median 41d, 90th pct 190d, n=69).
- 3990 Deer Run Way ADU (Entitled)0.15 mi N
In "Entitled" for 5.4 yr (since Jun 17, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 2 Lander Ct ADU (Entitled)0.37 mi E
In "Entitled" for 5.3 yr (since Jul 29, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- New home at 0 Detroit Blvd (In review)0.39 mi NW
In "In review" for 8 mo (since Mar 11, 2026), 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: River City Window And Door (1 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Rebuildit (3 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); White River Roofing (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plan revision / deferred submittal); Groundworks California (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · General repair); Huft Heating And Air Conditioning (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (10 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2509570 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. May 13, 2025 | $2,200 | Bathroom Remodel Permit: Relocate vanity and plumbing in 2 bathrooms. Remove and replace counter tops. Change plumbing… |
| RES-2509424 | Remodel / interior alteration | Void | App. May 8, 2025 | $2,200 | Bathroom Remodel Permit: Relocate vanity and plumbing in 2 bathrooms. Remove and replace counter tops. Change plumbing… |
| RES-2508239 | Windows / doors / siding | Finaled | Iss. Apr 24, 2025 | $2,200 | WINDOW REPLACEMENT/STUCCO REPAIR. "Replace two windows on home. Repair siding/ Stucco to original condition to match exi… |
| RES-2504754 | General repair | Expired Permit | Iss. Apr 3, 2025 | $20,600 | EPC - Foundation repair using 9 push piers. Carbon monoxide & Smoke alarms required. Reference CRC sections R315 & R314.… |