Sonoma County property record for 166 Sounding, The Sea Ranch, CA 95497
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,516 sqft · built 1991 |
| Lot Size | 0.152 acres (6,600 sqft) |
| Owner | Trust Name on File |
| Last Sale | $413,000 (Sep 1990) |
| Tax Bill | $10,127 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2017 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone D (undetermined) |
| APN | 156-470-015-000 |
| Primary APN | 156-470-015-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Total Rooms | 2 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,516 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,516 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1991 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1991 |
| Architectural Style | Custom Design |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Lot Area | 6,600 sqft (0.152 acres) |
| Cooling System | None |
|---|
| Old Parcel Number | 156-470-015 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 166 SOUNDING |
| City | THE SEA RANCH |
| State | CA |
| Zip | 95497 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | CZ |
| Legal Description | MAP 179 PG 40 LOT 107 |
| Legal Subdivision | SEA RANCH #35-C |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 107 |
| Jurisdiction | SONOMA CA |
| Township / Civil Division | RUSSIAN RIVER-SONOMA COAST |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1007 |
| Census Tract | 154308 |
166 Sounding is held in a trust since October 2017.
Source: Sonoma County records, as of September 1, 2026
| Owner of Record | Trust Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 5 REED RANCH RD, BELVEDERE TIBURON, CA 94920-2022 |
| Owner Type | Company |
| Vesting | Trust |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Sep 28, 1990 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Sep 28, 1990 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 199096481 |
| Last Transfer Date | Oct 5, 2017 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000082227 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SONOMA CA |
| Recording Date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Property Address | 166 SOUNDING, THE SEA RANCH, CA 95497 |
| Document Number | 0000082227 |
| Map Reference | MAP179 PG40-45 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 5, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017082227 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 19, 2021 |
| Title Company | CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Family Trust |
| Address | 166 SOUNDING, THE SEA RANCH, CA 95497 |
| Document Number | 0000082228 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017082228 |
| Name | FIRST REPUBLIC BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | ARM |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2047 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3.2% |
| Adjustable | Adjustable Rate Rider |
| Type Change Date | Nov 1, 2027 |
| Change Frequency | Annually |
| Min Rate At Change | 2.5% |
| Index | 1-Month LIBOR |
| Max Rate | 9.95% |
The 2025 property tax bill for 166 Sounding was $10,127.
Source: Sonoma County assessment roll, as of September 1, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| County | Sonoma County |
| Elementary School District | Horicon Elementary School District (KG - 08) |
| Secondary School District | Point Arena Joint Union High School District (09 - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $760,962 (+2%) Land $337,181 Building $423,781 | |
| 2025 | $10,127.00 | $746,042 Land $330,570 Building $415,472 |
| 2023 | $9,556.00 (+5.05%) | $717,075 Land $317,735 Building $399,340 |
| 2022 | $9,097.00 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes and is not a market price estimate.
FEMA maps place 166 Sounding in Zone D, where flood risk has not been studied, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective February 15, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone D undetermined · not studied |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone VE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 10 (0% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 5 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 166 Sounding is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 94% of the US · lower than 96% of California |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | SEA RANCH WATER COMPANY,THE (PUC) private · serves 1,287 people · EPA ID CA4910007 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Sep 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025–2027) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Lead service line inventory currently in violation since Oct 2024 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 83 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| GigabitNow Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Further Reach Fixed Wireless | 200 / 200 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures