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$1,037,582$761 / 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 92How 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 $359,000 on Jun 27, 2011

281 W HAMMOND ST

PASADENA, CA 91103
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,363 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$1M
$954K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$359,000 · Jun 27, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,868 (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.$834,021 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$511,109
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$322,912
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$817,669

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.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
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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(15)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
John Muir High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Pasadena Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91103These 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.135
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 100.609

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.26,272
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,318 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,608
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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

281 W Hammond 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 more than 67% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Banbury Oaks
  • Among the oldest homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in Pasadena 91103

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

This home
$539K$4.7M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Pasadena 91103.

How it measures up in Pasadena 91103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pasadena 91103.

Estimated value$1,037,582
CheaperTypical $1,025,288Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$761
CheaperTypical $763Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,363 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 281 W Hammond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanbury OaksPasadena 91103Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,037,58257% of homes51% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76152% of homes50% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,363 ft²47% of homes38% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac70% of homes46% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than19044% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes

About 281 W Hammond St

How much is 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA is $1,037,582 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $953,632 to $1,121,532. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA last sell?

281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA last sold on Jun 27, 2011 for $359,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA?

281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,363 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA built?

281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA was built in 1904, making it 122 years old.

What schools serve 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA?

281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA is assigned to Washington Elementary STEM Magnet School (elementary), rated B-; Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School (middle), rated C; John Muir High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Pasadena Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA compare to other homes in Pasadena 91103?

Among the 5,717 homes in Pasadena 91103, it is worth more than 51% of them ($1,037,582 against a typical $1,025,288), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($761 against a typical $763), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,363 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1904 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 67% 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 Hammond St, Pasadena, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA was $9,868. The county assessed it at $834,021.

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