This home's estimate is 28.1% higher than the average sale price ($585K) of 6 comparable homes.
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12856 Alta Mesa Rd, Herald, CA 95638
About this home
Welcome to this fantastic move-in ready family home! Situated on approximately almost 5 acres of a beautifully cross-fenced ranchette, this property offers the perfect blend of space and functionality for your lifestyle. A highlight is the four-car garage and a spacious shop, providing ample room for your equipment, cars, and projects. Additionally, the well-maintained barn offers even more possibilities, with the potential to easily add stalls to suit your needs. As you step inside, you'll immediately appreciate the spacious and open floor plan that welcomes you. The generously sized kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, cabinets, and tile countertops, seamlessly flows into the bright dining area, making it an ideal space for family gatherings and entertaining. Noteworthy features of this property include an approximately 840 sq ft solar-powered shop and an almost 1300 sq ft barn, both equipped with roll-up doors and extra space for your convenience. The solar power system contributes to energy efficiency and cost savings. This property is truly a haven for those seeking space, versatility, and the joys of rural living while still enjoying modern comforts. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make this remarkable property your new home!

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Sale history for 12856 Alta Mesa Rd
$470/sq ft
$283/sq ft
$289/sq ft
$463/sq ft
$266/sq ft
$73/sq ft
$130/sq ft
$63/sq ft
Tax history for 12856 Alta Mesa Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
- Public record
- Zoning
AR-5
Agricultural-Residential 5 District
Allows the keeping of animals and raising of crops for educational, recreational, or income purposesInclude but are not limited to:
- Agriculture
- Equestrian facility
- Greenhouse / nursery
- Housing-Single unit
- Housing-Senior
- Housing-Other
- Infrastructure
- Public service
- Agriculture-Cropland
- Park & open space
Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage Information
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: 24'+ Deep Garage, Attached, Detached, Guest Parking Available
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 2
- Other Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms (Total): 3
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
- Heating: Central, Solar Heating
- Interior Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Laundry Features: Cabinets, Inside Room
- # of Stories: 1
- Room Information
- Living Room Features: Other
- Kitchen Features: Tile Counter
- Dining Room Features: Formal Room, Dining Bar
- Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Allows Horses: Yes
- Horse Amenities: Pasture, Cross Fenced
- Roof: Composition
- Pool Information
- Has Private Pool: No
- Has Spa: Yes
- Spa Features: Spa/Hot Tub Personal
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Subtype Description: Ranchette/Country
- Year Built: 1,996
- Land Information
- Land Use: Residential
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Front, Shape Regular
- Lot Size Square Feet: 203,861
- Lot Size Acres: 4.68
- Other Structures: Barn(s), Second Garage, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Cable Connected, Propane Tank Owned
- Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Connected, Septic System
- Irrigation Source: Other
- Water Source: Well
Location
- HOA Information
- Association YN: No
- School Information
- School District County: Sacramento
- Elementary School District: Galt Joint Union
- Middle Or Junior School District: Galt Joint Union
- High School District: Galt Joint UHS
- Location Information
- Postal Code Plus 4: 8310
- Postal Code: 95638
- County Or Parish: Sacramento
- CrossStreet: BordanOpen
- Directions: Highwayy 99 exit 277 Twin Cities road to Bordan to Alta Mesa
- State Or Province: CA
- Street Number Numeric: 12856
- Unparsed Address: 12856 Alta Mesa Rd, Herald, CA 95638-8310
- Street Address Filtered: 12856 Alta Mesa Rd
- Community Information
- Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,576
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 4.68 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1996
- Year Renovated: 1996
- County: Sacramento County
- APN: 15202601190000
Other
- Selling Agent
- Buyer Agent Full Name: Christian Espinosa Rodriguez
Around this home
Schools
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
24 unhealthy days expected this year, 29 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.5 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Nearby similar homes
Home values near 12856 Alta Mesa Rd
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2110 Sq. Ft. | $972,568 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2838 Sq. Ft. | $1,078,762 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2686 Sq. Ft. | $837,283 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2097 Sq. Ft. | $837,076 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3077 Sq. Ft. | $960,879 |
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2485 Sq. Ft. | $968,039 |
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