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$530,345$274 / 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 96How 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 $222,900 on Oct 3, 2005

245 VISTA VALLEY DR

FRUITA, CO 81521
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,938 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$530K
$509K low$552K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$222,900 · Oct 3, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,781 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,420 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,790
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$424,110

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.32
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
9
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.9 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.Ranch
CountyMesa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 232 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Rim Rock Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Fruita Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Fruita Monument High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Mesa County Valley School District 51

Neighborhood · ZIP 81521These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.86

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.15,410
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.95 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,741
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,859
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

245 Vista Valley 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 74% of homes in Mesa County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Fruita 81521
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Mesa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Fruita 81521
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Mesa County

What homes are worth in Fruita 81521

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

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$250K$998K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Fruita 81521.

How it measures up in Fruita 81521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fruita 81521.

Estimated value$530,345
CheaperTypical $470,768Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,938 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,645 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 245 Vista Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFruita 81521Mesa County
Estimated valuepricier than$530,34569% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27435% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,938 ft²70% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac22% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than200358% of homes75% of homes

About 245 Vista Valley Dr

How much is 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO is $530,345 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $509,178 to $551,512. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO last sell?

245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO last sold on Oct 3, 2005 for $222,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO?

245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,938 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO built?

245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO?

245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO is assigned to Rim Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Fruita Middle School (middle), rated B-; Fruita Monument High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Mesa County Valley School District 51. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO compare to other homes in Fruita 81521?

Among the 6,604 homes in Fruita 81521, it is worth more than 69% of them ($530,345 against a typical $470,768), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($274 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,938 ft² against a typical 1,645 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (2003 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Mesa County, it is worth more than 74% 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 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 245 Vista Valley Dr, Fruita, CO was $1,781. The county assessed it at $28,420.

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