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$2,491,225$721 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $565,000 on Jun 11, 1997

20461 ELFIN FOREST RD

ESCONDIDO, CA 92029
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,453 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.
4.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$2.5M
$2.3M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$565,000 · Jun 11, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,842 (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.$2,320,246 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,595,169
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$725,077
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,274,752

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.62
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
96
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.37 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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
La Costa Canyon High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
R. Roger Rowe Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
M
R. Roger Rowe Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: San Dieguito Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92029These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,328
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.948 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,648
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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%

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How this home compares

20461 Elfin Forest 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 98% of homes in Escondido 92029
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Escondido 92029
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Escondido 92029

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

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$575K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Escondido 92029.

How it measures up in Escondido 92029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92029.

Estimated value$2,491,225
CheaperTypical $1,185,478Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$721
CheaperTypical $501Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area3,453 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,180 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size4.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 20461 Elfin Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEscondido 92029San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,491,22598% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72195% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than3,453 ft²87% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.1 ac82% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than199062% of homes63% of homes

About 20461 Elfin Forest Rd

How much is 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA is $2,491,225 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,257,772 to $2,724,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA last sell?

20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA last sold on Jun 11, 1997 for $565,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA?

20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 3,453 square feet of living space.

When was 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA built?

20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old.

What schools serve 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA?

20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA is assigned to La Costa Canyon High School (high), rated A-; R. Roger Rowe Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; R. Roger Rowe Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in San Dieguito Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92029?

Among the 7,266 homes in Escondido 92029, it is worth more than 98% of them ($2,491,225 against a typical $1,185,478), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($721 against a typical $501), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,453 ft² against a typical 2,180 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (4.1 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1990 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 94% 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 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20461 Elfin Forest Rd, Escondido, CA was $25,842. The county assessed it at $2,320,246.

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