1523 Buckridge Way
Sacramento 95833 · South Natomas · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.61774, -121.49642
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R-1 in City of Sacramento with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped FEMA A99 flood due diligence; benchmark value $471,000 ($414,000–$528,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone R-1 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$14,247 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Apr 10, 2024).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (A99, all of the lot of lot)
Zone A99: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) overlaps this parcel. Expect mandatory flood insurance for federally backed loans and floodplain elevation/mitigation rules for new units or SB 9 applications.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: 2770 Truxel Rd ADU (0.13 mi SW, 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 (~$5,819/yr at $471,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$485/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:
- 6,948 sq ft (0.16 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03123
- Addresses on lot:
- 1523 BUCKRIDGE WAY
Zoning & Land Use
R-1 — Single-Unit Dwelling Zone (R)
2040 General Plan: Neighborhood (FAR up to 2)
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 lotPossible, with conditions
Zoned R-1, a single-family residential zone. FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone A99) covers all of the lot: the project must meet the National Flood Insurance Program floodplain standards, or the lot needs a map revision.
- SB 9: split into two lotsPossible, with conditions
Zoned R-1, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 6,948 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original. FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone A99) covers all of the lot: the project must meet the National Flood Insurance Program floodplain standards, or the lot needs a map revision.
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 A99: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06067C0176J, effective June 16, 2015
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $414,000 – $528,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95833) · FY 2026
Studio $1,920 · 1BR $2,020 · 2BR $2,480 · 3BR $3,300 · 4BR $3,810
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- 2770 Truxel Rd ADU (Entitled)0.13 mi SW
In "Entitled" for 5.4 yr (since Jun 2, 2021), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 3017 Brookstone Way (Entitled)0.29 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 2.5 yr (since May 24, 2024), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- SFR to DUPLEX (Issued)0.35 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 6.3 yr (first record Jul 7, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 6 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 2619 Erin Dr (Issued)0.47 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 16 mo (first record Jul 22, 2025) with no new permit activity recorded in 12 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: USA Bath California Remodeling (1 on parcel, 6 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); American Home Energy Savers (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Solar Savings Direct (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Gsj Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Home Depot USA (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2407674 | Solar / battery storage | Finaled | Iss. Apr 10, 2024 | $20,000 | Reviewed by SolarApp+ 7.9kw Solar PV System, and nullgal Solar WH System (water heater installed null). |
| RES-2003607 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Feb 28, 2020 | $4,000 | Change-out installation of Gas - 050 gallon to Electric - 052 gallon, located inside building, screening not required. |
| RES-1806405 | Roof replacement | Expired Permit | Iss. Apr 9, 2018 | $34,564 | Reroof of 26 sq like for like . C/O HVAC 3 ton split system, moving from inside closet to attic . Carbon monoxide & S… |
| RES-1803620 | Remodel / interior alteration | Expired Permit | Iss. Feb 27, 2018 | $15,955 | R/R standard tub and wall tile with walk in jetted tub. Move drain, R/R shower valve. add additional circuit for tub. Ca… |