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$510,448$142 / 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 81How 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

21071 PONDEROSA DR

TEHACHAPI, CA 93561
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,602 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.
2.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$510K
$416K low$605K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,032 (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.$438,423 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,985
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$380,438
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$429,828

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
93
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
10
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyKERN
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 13 ft²Porch · 252 ft²

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

E
Golden Hills Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.6 mi
M
Jacobsen Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi
H
Tehachapi High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Tehachapi Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93561These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.285

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.82 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,622
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.75%

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How this home compares

21071 Ponderosa 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 Kern County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Tehachapi 93561
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Tehachapi 93561
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Kern County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Tehachapi 93561

What homes are worth in Tehachapi 93561

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

This home
$208K$756K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Tehachapi 93561.

How it measures up in Tehachapi 93561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tehachapi 93561.

Estimated value$510,448
CheaperTypical $395,036Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,602 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,693 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size2.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 21071 Ponderosa Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTehachapi 93561Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$510,44882% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$142almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than3,602 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.56 ac83% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than198533% of homes51% of homes

About 21071 Ponderosa Dr

How much is 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA is $510,448 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $415,992 to $604,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA last sell?

21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3,602 square feet of living space.

When was 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA built?

21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA is assigned to Golden Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Jacobsen Middle School (middle), rated D+; Tehachapi High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Tehachapi Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA compare to other homes in Tehachapi 93561?

Among the 12,178 homes in Tehachapi 93561, it is worth more than 82% of them ($510,448 against a typical $395,036), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($142 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,602 ft² against a typical 1,693 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (2.56 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1985 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Kern 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 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21071 Ponderosa Dr, Tehachapi, CA was $5,032. The county assessed it at $438,423.

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