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$165,415$128 / 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 97How 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 $87,500 on Feb 11, 2003

281 W 1ST ST

NOGALES, AZ 85621
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,297 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.
1965
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.

Valuation

$165K
$161K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,500 · Feb 11, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$720 (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.$9,969 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,013
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,956
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,197
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,680

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
35
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
CountySanta Cruz
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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
Wade Carpenter Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
A J Mitchell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Nusd OnlineD
High · Grades KG–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Nogales Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85621These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,417
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,744
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.85%

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How this home compares

281 W 1st St 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 93% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Santa Cruz County

What homes are worth in Nogales 85621

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

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$92K$663K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Nogales 85621.

How it measures up in Nogales 85621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Nogales 85621.

Estimated value$165,415
CheaperTypical $214,092Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,297 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,605 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 281 W 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNogales 85621Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,41520% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12837% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,297 ft²30% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac31% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than196524% of homes14% of homes

About 281 W 1st St

How much is 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ is $165,415 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $160,820 to $170,010. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ last sell?

281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ last sold on Feb 11, 2003 for $87,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ?

281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,297 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ built?

281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ?

281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ is assigned to Wade Carpenter Middle School (middle), rated C; A J Mitchell Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Nusd Online (high), rated D. All sit in Nogales Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ compare to other homes in Nogales 85621?

Among the 4,970 homes in Nogales 85621, it is worth more than 20% of them ($165,415 against a typical $214,092), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($128 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,297 ft² against a typical 1,605 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1965 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 7% 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 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 W 1st St, Nogales, AZ was $720. The county assessed it at $9,969.

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