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$429,668$253 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on Apr 25, 2011

12981 VELVETLEAF ST

MORENO VALLEY, CA 92553
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,696 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$430K
$388K low$472K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Apr 25, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,359 (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.$378,761 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,809
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$327,952
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$371,335
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$366,930

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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(5)

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

E
Bear Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Mountain View Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Valley View High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Moreno Valley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92553These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.485

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.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.78,779
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,617 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.11 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

12981 Velvetleaf St 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 less than 84% of homes in Sunnymead
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Sunnymead
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Sunnymead
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Sunnymead
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Sunnymead

What homes are worth in Moreno Valley 92553

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

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$350K$638K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Moreno Valley 92553.

How it measures up in Moreno Valley 92553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Moreno Valley 92553.

Estimated value$429,668
CheaperTypical $494,650Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $341Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,466 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 12981 Velvetleaf St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunnymeadMoreno Valley 92553Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$429,66816% of homes16% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2539% of homes10% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,696 ft²77% of homes74% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac27% of homes32% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than198790% of homes83% of homes41% of homes

About 12981 Velvetleaf St

How much is 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA is $429,668 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $387,608 to $471,728. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA last sell?

12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA last sold on Apr 25, 2011 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA?

12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,696 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA built?

12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA?

12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA is assigned to Bear Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Mountain View Middle School (middle), rated D+; Valley View High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Moreno Valley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA compare to other homes in Moreno Valley 92553?

Among the 14,833 homes in Moreno Valley 92553, it is worth more than 16% of them ($429,668 against a typical $494,650), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($253 against a typical $341), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,696 ft² against a typical 1,466 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1987 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 19% 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 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12981 Velvetleaf St, Moreno Valley, CA was $4,359. The county assessed it at $378,761.

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