901 Rio Robles Ave
Sacramento 95838 · Robla · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.66504, -121.44492
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 $495,000 ($436,000–$554,000).
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 8,894 sq ft lot.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 24, 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: 0.2% annual chance flood hazard (shaded X))
all of the lot of the parcel intersects Zone X: 0.2% annual chance flood hazard (shaded X). Outside mandatory federal SFHA insurance rules, but check local drainage and finished-floor requirements.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: The Robla Apartments (0.21 mi W, 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 (~$6,093/yr at $495,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$508/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:
- 8,894 sq ft (0.20 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Two Family · 2 Single Family Units
- Tax rate area:
- 03155
- Addresses on lot:
- 5338 ADA LN; 901 RIO ROBLES AVE
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 8,894 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: 0.2% annual chance flood hazard (shaded X) (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06067C0062H, 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: $436,000 – $554,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95838) · FY 2026
Studio $1,610 · 1BR $1,690 · 2BR $2,080 · 3BR $2,770 · 4BR $3,190
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- The Robla Apartments (Entitled)0.21 mi W
In "Entitled" for 5.2 yr (since Aug 24, 2021), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (39 housing units across 0 permits).
- Robla Estates (Entitled)0.22 mi W
In "Entitled" for 3.3 yr (since Jul 25, 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 (177 housing units across 0 permits).
- Barbic Subdivision (Entitled)0.28 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 6.5 yr (since May 14, 2020), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (6 housing units across 0 permits).
- The Robla Apartments ADUs (Entitled)0.21 mi W
In "Entitled" for 5.2 yr (since Aug 24, 2021), exceeding the 184d median and 575d 90th percentile for new duplex / half-plex permits in City of Sacramento (n=115).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Izba Development (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Vek Construction (17 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Sacramento (6 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Julia Barbic (5 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Premier Pools (5 in ½ mi · Pool / spa).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2103688 | New single-family home | Finaled | Iss. May 24, 2021 | $181,661 | EPC -Shared Plans RES-2103667 NSFR - One Story -3 BED / 2 BATH (UNIT B-ADA LANE) First Floor @ 1225; Garage @ 413 sf… |
| RES-2103667 | New single-family home | Finaled | Iss. May 24, 2021 | $180,743 | EPC -Shared Plans RES-2103688 NSFR - One Story -3 BED / 2 BATH (UNIT A) : First Floor @ 1219; Garage @ … |
| RES-2103269 | New duplex / half-plex | Void | App. Feb 17, 2021 | $362,403 | EPC - New duplex. 1st Floor - 2444 SF, Garage - 833 SF, Porch - 195 SF, Patio - 80 SF. Unit 1: 1st Floor - 1219 SF, G… |
State HCD Housing Element APR records on this parcel: 3 entries (report years 2020, 2022).