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$2,269,319$960 / 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 94How 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 $515,000 on Jan 21, 2000

249 SIERRA RIDGE DR

ENCINITAS, CA 92024
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,364 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$2.3M
$2.1M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$515,000 · Jan 21, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,217 (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.$807,351 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$322,936
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$484,415
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$791,521

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
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.
13
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.

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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(7)

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
Park Dale Lane Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Diegueno Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
La Costa Canyon High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Encinitas Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92024These 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.88
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 100.281

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.52,624
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,722 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,965
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 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

249 Sierra Ridge 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 95% of homes in New Encinitas
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in New Encinitas
  • Newer than 85% of homes in New Encinitas

What homes are worth in Encinitas 92024

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

This home
$661K$5M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Encinitas 92024.

How it measures up in Encinitas 92024

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Encinitas 92024.

Estimated value$2,269,319
CheaperTypical $1,864,393Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$960
CheaperTypical $917Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,364 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,943 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 249 Sierra Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew EncinitasEncinitas 92024San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,269,31995% of homes68% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$96076% of homes59% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,364 ft²86% of homes67% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac47% of homes36% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than198785% of homes67% of homes57% of homes

About 249 Sierra Ridge Dr

How much is 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA is $2,269,319 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,127,150 to $2,411,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA last sell?

249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA last sold on Jan 21, 2000 for $515,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA?

249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,364 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA built?

249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old.

What schools serve 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA?

249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA is assigned to Park Dale Lane Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Diegueno Middle School (middle), rated A; La Costa Canyon High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Encinitas Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA compare to other homes in Encinitas 92024?

Among the 17,595 homes in Encinitas 92024, it is worth more than 68% of them ($2,269,319 against a typical $1,864,393), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($960 against a typical $917), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,364 ft² against a typical 1,943 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1987 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 93% 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 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 Sierra Ridge Dr, Encinitas, CA was $9,217. The county assessed it at $807,351.

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