216 Sumatra Dr
Sacramento 95838 · Northpointe · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.65607, -121.46515
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R-1A-PUD in City of Sacramento with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $413,000 ($363,000–$463,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone R-1A-PUD allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law.
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Dec 11, 2023, 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)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Sandhu Residence (0.11 mi SE, 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 (~$5,158/yr at $413,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$430/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:
- 5,100 sq ft (0.12 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03390
- Addresses on lot:
- 216 SUMATRA DR
Zoning & Land Use
R-1A-PUD — Single-Unit or Duplex 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-1A (two-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned R-1A (two-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Single-Unit or Duplex Dwelling Zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned R-1A (two-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Single-Unit or Duplex Dwelling Zone.
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 06067C0064J, 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: $363,000 – $463,000 · 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
- Sandhu Residence (Entitled)0.11 mi SE
In "Entitled" for 4.1 yr (since Oct 11, 2022), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- Xiong Residence (Entitled)0.37 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 15 mo (since Aug 5, 2025), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- 2 new homes at 5107 Alii Way (Entitled)0.47 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 22 mo (since Jan 6, 2025), exceeding the 184d median and 575d 90th percentile for new duplex / half-plex permits in City of Sacramento (n=115).
- New home (Entitled)0.49 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 22 mo (since Jan 7, 2025), 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: Clarke And Rush Mechanical (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Bear Copper Electric (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Grandmark Service (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Preferred Plumbing And Electrical (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Kaylar Construction (4 in ½ mi · New single-family home).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2326234 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. Dec 11, 2023 | $19,900 | E-Permit: Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - No, 1 layer(s), 25 squares of Composite Class A. CRRC: 0676-0152 |
| RES-2226608 | Remodel / interior alteration | Expired Permit | Iss. Dec 15, 2022 | $1,600 | INSTALLATION OF 50 AMP CIRCUIT FOR EV CHARGING STATION IN GARAGE Carbon monoxide & Smoke alarms required. Reference CRC… |
| RES-2007394 | HVAC / heat pump | Expired Permit | Iss. May 5, 2020 | $10,486 | No Duct Work Permitted. Change-out Split System to Split System. The existing unit shall be removed. The new unit shall … |
| RES-1600074 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Jan 6, 2016 | $1,400 | Change-out installation of Gas - 040 gallon to Gas - 040 gallon, located inside building, screening not required. Carbon… |