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514 Balmoral Drive, Porterville, CA, 93257

5beds
4baths
2,780sqft
$445,000
$160price/sqft
$3,387/moest. monthly cost
$135,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Discover the space, versatility, and timeless character this functional two-story home has to offer. Surrounded by mature landscaping, the property welcomes you with architectural details that include striking beamed and vaulted ceilings, rich wood cabinetry, and beautifully crafted wood door and window frames. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features a formal dining room and an additional dining area just off the living room, offering the perfect space for a home office, reading nook, or cozy breakfast room. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes two primary suites with their own attached bathrooms, one conveniently located on the main level and another upstairs. The upstairs primary retreat features a private enclosed sunroom, creating an ideal space to enjoy morning coffee, relax with a book, or establish a peaceful sitting area. An oversized bonus room downstairs provides exceptional flexibility and could easily serve as a fifth bedroom, complete with its own closet, windows, and private location, making it ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a private retreat. The primary bathrooms are designed for comfort with soaking tubs, dual vanities, and spacious walk-in closets. Additional features include multiple HVAC units for enhanced comfort and efficiency, as well as a built-in whole-house central vacuum system for added convenience. Offering generous living spaces, flexible room options, and classic design elements, this home is well suited for a variety of lifestyles and is ready for its next owner to make it their own. This property has successfully operated as a residential care home, offering a unique opportunity for buyers seeking an income-producing investment. With its established history as a licensed care facility, the home is well-suited for those looking to continue operating a care home or explore other residential business opportunities, subject to licensing and local regulations.

Getting Around

25
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Jim Maples AcademyGrades K-60.6 mi
7/10
Burton Middle SchoolGrades 7-81.1 mi
5/10
Summit Charter AcademyGrades K-120.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1990

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition,Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,780
  • Total interior livable area: 2,780 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 245331056000

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch,Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,916 sqft
  • Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: Irregular

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Earthquake

FEMA Declared Disasters in Tulare County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,250$27,000
Home Insurance *$140$1,680
Property Taxes $401$4,812
Electricity $596$7,153
Total$3,387$40,644
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$116,125/yr
40% on housing$101,610/yr
45% on housing$90,320/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.6%
6.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$160This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 93257$466
Tulare County$348

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 93257$229
Tulare County$238

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-06Contingent$445,000
2026-07-29Listed for sale$445,000
2023-04-03Sold$409,000
2023-02-21Pending sale$409,000
2023-01-17Price change$409,000
2022-11-22Listed for sale$429,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAnna Ballew
BrokerageDowntown Realty

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