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$579,143$359 / 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 79How 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 $288,000 on Jun 15, 2004

197 E ROSS RD

EL CENTRO, CA 92243
0
Baths
1,612 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.
1.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$579K
$459K low$699K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$288,000 · Jun 15, 2004
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.$491,143
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$392,914
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.16%
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.$88,000
LARRY D & CARLA S RUTHERFORD · recorded Jun 15, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,938 (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.$361,880 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,873
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$261,007
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$354,786

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
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
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.1 percent flood zone

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
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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.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.

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

H
Central Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Meadows Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.9 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.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

197 E Ross Rd 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 95% of homes in Imperial County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Imperial County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Older than 78% 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
$189K$750K

This home is worth more than 90% 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$579,143
CheaperTypical $370,443Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$359
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size1.94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 197 E Ross Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Centro 92243Imperial County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,14390% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35998% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²57% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.94 ac97% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196435% of homes22% of homes

About 197 E Ross Rd

How much is 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA is $579,143 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $459,316 to $698,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA last sell?

197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA last sold on Jun 15, 2004 for $288,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA built?

197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA?

197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA is assigned to Central Union High School (high), rated B-; Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Central Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 E Ross Rd, 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 90% of them ($579,143 against a typical $370,443), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($359 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.94 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1964 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Imperial County, it is worth more than 95% 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 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 E Ross Rd, El Centro, CA was $3,938. The county assessed it at $361,880.

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