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$849,315$350 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1226 TOWER DR

VISTA, CA 92083
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,426 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$849K
$812K low$886K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,169 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$312,408 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$229,308
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$306,283

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
17
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Hannalei Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Rancho Buena Vista High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Vista Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92083These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.207

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,675
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,730 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,042
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,552
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

1226 Tower Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Older than 77% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Vista 92083

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$409K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Vista 92083.

How it measures up in Vista 92083

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vista 92083.

Estimated value$849,315
CheaperTypical $713,545Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$350
CheaperTypical $489Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,426 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,417 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 1226 Tower Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVista 92083San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$849,31576% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3503% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than2,426 ft²90% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac66% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197036% of homes23% of homes

About 1226 Tower Dr

How much is 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA is $849,315 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $812,133 to $886,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA last sell?

1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA?

1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,426 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA built?

1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA?

1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA is assigned to Hannalei Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Rancho Buena Vista High School (high), rated B; Madison Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Vista Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA compare to other homes in Vista 92083?

Among the 7,617 homes in Vista 92083, it is worth more than 76% of them ($849,315 against a typical $713,545), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($350 against a typical $489), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,426 ft² against a typical 1,417 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1970 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 46% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1226 Tower Dr, Vista, CA was $4,169. The county assessed it at $312,408.

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