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$1,204,944$666 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $404,000 on May 28, 2010

1939 ELM RIDGE DR

VISTA, CA 92081
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,810 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$404,000 · May 28, 2010
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.$768,422
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$614,738
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.33%
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.$311,344
JP MORGAN CHASE BK · 3.5% · recorded Oct 12, 2015
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.$112,646
HUD-HOUSING/URBAN DEV
3rd 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.$12,532

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,594 (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.$531,898 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$133,799
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$398,099
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$521,470

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
87
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
36
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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.0.12
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(3)

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(1)

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

H
Rancho Buena Vista High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Lake Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Vista Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92081These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.206

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,824
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,099 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,227
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,628
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

1939 Elm Ridge 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 86% of homes in Vista 92081
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Vista 92081
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Vista 92081

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

This home
$458K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Vista 92081.

How it measures up in Vista 92081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vista 92081.

Estimated value$1,204,944
CheaperTypical $883,221Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$666
CheaperTypical $506Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,810 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,725 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1939 Elm Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVista 92081San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,204,94486% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66687% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,810 ft²56% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac16% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than198846% of homes59% of homes

About 1939 Elm Ridge Dr

How much is 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA is $1,204,944 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,142,889 to $1,266,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA last sell?

1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA last sold on May 28, 2010 for $404,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA?

1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,810 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA built?

1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old.

What schools serve 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA?

1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA is assigned to Rancho Buena Vista High School (high), rated B-; Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Madison Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Vista Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA compare to other homes in Vista 92081?

Among the 7,934 homes in Vista 92081, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,204,944 against a typical $883,221), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($666 against a typical $506), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,810 ft² against a typical 1,725 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1988 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 73% 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 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1939 Elm Ridge Dr, Vista, CA was $6,594. The county assessed it at $531,898.

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