8117 Phinney Dr
Sacramento 95823 · Valley Hi / North Laguna · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.46411, -121.45650
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 $428,000 ($377,000–$479,000).
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 6,050 sq ft lot.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 5 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 1, 2024, 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)
- ! 3 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 4456 San Sebastian Way (0.36 mi NE, issued). 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 (~$5,329/yr at $428,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$444/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:
- 6,050 sq ft (0.14 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03117
- Addresses on lot:
- 8117 PHINNEY 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 6,050 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: $377,000 – $479,000 · 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
- Accessory dwelling unit at 4456 San Sebastian Way (Issued)0.36 mi NE
Active in "Issued" for 2.6 yr (first record Mar 27, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 13 mo. current_status changed to "Expired Permit" in snapshot Nov 1, 2026.
- New home at 4415 Montril Way (Fee estimate)0.42 mi NE
In "Fee estimate" for 9.4 yr (since Jul 7, 2017), 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)0.49 mi N
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).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Yancey (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · General repair); Wilfley Enterprises (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Tough Homes (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Bell Brothers Heating And Air (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Clark Wagaman Designs (4 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2409466 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. May 1, 2024 | $23,691 | E-Permit: Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - No, 1 layer(s), 31 squares of 30yr Laminated Dimensional Composition. CRRC: 0676-013… |
| RES-2011822 | HVAC / heat pump | Expired Permit | Iss. Jul 8, 2020 | $6,811 | Change-out w/new ducts Ducts Only to Ducts Only. The existing unit shall be removed. The new unit shall be placed in the… |
| RES-1810809 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jun 7, 2018 | $12,000 | STUCCO FRONT OF HOUSE @ 5 SQ & INSTALL OUTLET ON FRONT PORCH. REMOVE WATER SPIGOT AND CAP . PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL SUB… |
| RES-1721793 | General repair | Finaled | Iss. Nov 27, 2017 | $35,000 | Kitchen upgrade remove/replace same location. Carbon monoxide & Smoke alarms required. Reference CRC sections R315 & R31… |