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$317,242$244 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

1542 ROSS AVE

EL CENTRO, CA 92243
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,298 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$317K
$305K low$329K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$74,716
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$59,773
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.69%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$200,000
NAVY FCU · recorded May 9, 2025
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$42,526
WELLS FARGO FIN'L CALIFORNIA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$620 (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.$52,490 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,729
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,761
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,461

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
61
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
0
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyIMPERIAL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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

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

M
Wilson Jr. High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Margaret Hedrick Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Central Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Central Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92243These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.481

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.5.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,845
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,065
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.3 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1542 Ross Ave 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 71% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Imperial County

What homes are worth in El Centro 92243

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

This home
$193K$738K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in El Centro 92243.

How it measures up in El Centro 92243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Centro 92243.

Estimated value$317,242
CheaperTypical $368,848Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 1542 Ross Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Centro 92243Imperial County
Estimated valuepricier than$317,24229% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24452% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,298 ft²33% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac63% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than198157% of homes37% of homes

About 1542 Ross Ave

How much is 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA is $317,242 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $305,181 to $329,303. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA last sell?

1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA?

1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,298 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA built?

1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA?

1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA is assigned to Wilson Jr. High School (middle), rated B+; Margaret Hedrick Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Central Union High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Central Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA compare to other homes in El Centro 92243?

Among the 10,105 homes in El Centro 92243, it is worth more than 29% of them ($317,242 against a typical $368,848), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($244 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,298 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1981 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Imperial County, it is worth more than 31% 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 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1542 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA was $620. The county assessed it at $52,490.

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