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$456,581$430 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $64,000 on Oct 29, 1987

281 PUFFIN DR

VISTA, CA 92083
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,063 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$457K
$430K low$483K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,000 · Oct 29, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,628 (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.$165,912 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,602
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$162,660

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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
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

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

E
Bobier Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Vista High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Roosevelt Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Vista Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92083These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.207

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,675
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,730 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,042
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,552
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 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

281 Puffin 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 less than 95% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in San Diego County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Vista 92083
  • Older than 84% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Vista 92083

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

This home
$390K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Vista 92083.

How it measures up in Vista 92083

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vista 92083.

Estimated value$456,581
CheaperTypical $671,513Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$430
CheaperTypical $454Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,063 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,418 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 281 Puffin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVista 92083San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$456,5818% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43039% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,063 ft²16% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac8% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than196025% of homes16% of homes

About 281 Puffin Dr

How much is 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA is $456,581 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,944 to $483,218. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA last sell?

281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA last sold on Oct 29, 1987 for $64,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA?

281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,063 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA built?

281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA?

281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA is assigned to Bobier Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Vista High School (high), rated C-; Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Vista Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA compare to other homes in Vista 92083?

Among the 7,615 homes in Vista 92083, it is worth more than 8% of them ($456,581 against a typical $671,513), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($430 against a typical $454), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,063 ft² against a typical 1,418 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1960 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 5% 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 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Puffin Dr, Vista, CA was $2,628. The county assessed it at $165,912.

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