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$1,168,943$845 / 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 88How 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 $981,500 on Oct 12, 2022

242 E FOREST AVE

ARCADIA, CA 91006
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,384 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$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.$981,500 · Oct 12, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,298 (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.$1,041,468 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$833,154
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,314
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,021,048

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1944
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

M
Foothills Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Highland Oaks Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Arcadia High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Arcadia Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91006These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.595

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.33%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,843
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,822 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,892
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,811
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

242 E Forest Ave 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 73% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Arcadia 91006
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Arcadia 91006
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Arcadia 91006
  • Older than 95% of homes in Arcadia 91006

What homes are worth in Arcadia 91006

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

This home
$737K$4.8M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Arcadia 91006.

How it measures up in Arcadia 91006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arcadia 91006.

Estimated value$1,168,943
CheaperTypical $1,370,281Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$845
CheaperTypical $690Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,011 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 242 E Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArcadia 91006Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,168,94336% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84585% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,384 ft²16% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac7% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than19395% of homes18% of homes

About 242 E Forest Ave

How much is 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA is $1,168,943 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,033,667 to $1,304,219. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA last sell?

242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA last sold on Oct 12, 2022 for $981,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA?

242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,384 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA built?

242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA?

242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA is assigned to Foothills Middle School (middle), rated A+; Highland Oaks Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Arcadia High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Arcadia Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA compare to other homes in Arcadia 91006?

Among the 9,971 homes in Arcadia 91006, it is worth more than 36% of them ($1,168,943 against a typical $1,370,281), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($845 against a typical $690), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,384 ft² against a typical 2,011 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1939 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Los Angeles 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 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA was $12,298. The county assessed it at $1,041,468.

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