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$655,373$683 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $408,000 on May 27, 2016

178 HOWELL HEIGHTS DR

ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$655K
$589K low$722K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$408,000 · May 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,002 (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.$175,868 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,348
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,428

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
77
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Del Dios Academy of Arts and SciencesC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Felicita Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
San Pasqual High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Escondido Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92025These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.193

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,152
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,466
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

178 Howell Heights 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 less than 77% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Among the oldest homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Escondido 92025

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

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$352K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Escondido 92025.

How it measures up in Escondido 92025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92025.

Estimated value$655,373
CheaperTypical $845,308Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$683
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,727 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 178 Howell Heights Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEscondido 92025San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,37326% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68395% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²10% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac4% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than19372% of homesalmost no homes

About 178 Howell Heights Dr

How much is 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA is $655,373 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $589,025 to $721,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA last sell?

178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA last sold on May 27, 2016 for $408,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA?

178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA built?

178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA?

178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA is assigned to Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences (middle), rated C-; Felicita Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; San Pasqual High School (high), rated B. All sit in Escondido Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92025?

Among the 9,764 homes in Escondido 92025, it is worth more than 26% of them ($655,373 against a typical $845,308), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($683 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 10% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,727 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1937 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 23% 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 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Howell Heights Dr, Escondido, CA was $2,002. The county assessed it at $175,868.

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