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$1,709,588$501 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $320,000 on Apr 6, 2012

1796 LEMON TREE CT

SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,411 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Apr 6, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,133 (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.$819,937 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$252,285
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$567,652
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$803,861

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
94
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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.0.18
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

E
San Elijo Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
San Elijo Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
San Marcos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: San Marcos Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92078These 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.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.196

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.49,873
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,554
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,833
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

1796 Lemon Tree Ct 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 88% of homes in San Marcos 92078
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in San Elijo Hills
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in San Marcos 92078
  • Newer than 89% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in San Marcos 92078

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

This home
$512K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in San Marcos 92078.

How it measures up in San Marcos 92078

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Marcos 92078.

Estimated value$1,709,588
CheaperTypical $1,071,021Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $564Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area3,411 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,745 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 1796 Lemon Tree Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSan Elijo HillsSan Marcos 92078San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,709,58867% of homes88% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5017% of homes19% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than3,411 ft²76% of homes91% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac43% of homes30% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than200776% of homes82% of homes89% of homes

About 1796 Lemon Tree Ct

How much is 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA is $1,709,588 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,638,068 to $1,781,108. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA last sell?

1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA last sold on Apr 6, 2012 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA?

1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,411 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA built?

1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA was built in 2007, making it 19 years old.

What schools serve 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA?

1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA is assigned to San Elijo Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; San Elijo Middle School (middle), rated B+; San Marcos High School (high), rated A-. All sit in San Marcos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA compare to other homes in San Marcos 92078?

Among the 16,678 homes in San Marcos 92078, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,709,588 against a typical $1,071,021), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($501 against a typical $564), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,411 ft² against a typical 1,745 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2007 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 86% 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 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1796 Lemon Tree Ct, San Marcos, CA was $10,133. The county assessed it at $819,937.

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