4211 Norwood Ave
Sacramento 95838 · Glenwood Meadows · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.64482, -121.45837
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned SC in City of Sacramento and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $404,000 ($356,000–$452,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 5, 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)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Pela Place Development (0.33 mi NW, 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 (~$5,056/yr at $404,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$421/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:
- 167,270 sq ft (3.84 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Retail / Commercial · Shopping Center · Neighborhood
- Tax rate area:
- 03252
- Addresses on lot:
- 4211 NORWOOD AVE
Zoning & Land Use
SC — Shopping Center Zone (C)
2040 General Plan: Commercial Mixed Use (FAR up to 1)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUUnlikely
Zoned SC (commercial): the zone doesn't allow homes, so state ADU rules don't apply.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned SC (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned SC (commercial), not a single-family residential 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: $356,000 – $452,000 · 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
- Pela Place Development (Entitled)0.33 mi NW
In "Entitled" for 3.1 yr (since Oct 12, 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 (7 housing units across 0 permits).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 518 Franesi Way (Entitled)0.25 mi E
In "Entitled" for 2.5 yr (since May 20, 2024), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- New home at 4524 Austin St (Issued)0.38 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 2.4 yr (first record Jun 26, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 14 mo.
- New home at 4528 Austin St (Issued)0.38 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 2.3 yr (first record Jul 30, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 9 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Brower Mechanical (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Asc Construction Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Fire Protection Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Fire alarm / sprinkler); Riverland Homes (8 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Forest Services (5 in ½ mi · Commercial tenant improvement).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM-2508388 | Electrical / panel | Finaled | Iss. May 5, 2025 | $4,800 | HDB Case #24-044189. Commercial Building Minor Permit; No Plans Req'd; Remove and replace like-for like apx. 600 sq. ft.… |
| COM-2009912 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. Jun 12, 2020 | $5,000 | Remove / replace roof mounted exhaust fan serving the Subway restaurant bread warmer. |
| COM-1905268 | Electrical / panel | Expired Permit | Iss. Mar 26, 2019 | $99 | SMUD / PG&E Safety Inspections are a one-time inspection. Additional inspections will cost $76.00 (Residential) or $152… |
| COM-1702348 | Fire alarm / sprinkler | Finaled | Iss. Feb 17, 2017 | $2,000 | hook up ansul system in kitchen hood |