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$810,906$365 / 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 85How 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 $160,000 on Jun 28, 1996

2873 HELIX ST

SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,220 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$811K
$691K low$930K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jun 28, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,792 (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.$271,087 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$101,652
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$169,435
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,772

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
14
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.Conventional
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(5)

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
Sweetwater Springs Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Monte Vista High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
STEAM Academy at La PresaB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91977These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.198

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.61,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,580 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,172
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,122
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 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

2873 Helix 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 81% of homes in Spring Valley 91977
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Spring Valley 91977
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Spring Valley 91977

What homes are worth in Spring Valley 91977

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

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$414K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Spring Valley 91977.

How it measures up in Spring Valley 91977

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spring Valley 91977.

Estimated value$810,906
CheaperTypical $671,740Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$365
CheaperTypical $458Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,220 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,477 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 2873 Helix St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpring ValleySpring Valley 91977San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$810,90671% of homes81% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36515% of homes13% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,220 ft²82% of homes86% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac48% of homes60% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199276% of homes86% of homes66% of homes

About 2873 Helix St

How much is 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA is $810,906 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $691,495 to $930,317. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA last sell?

2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA last sold on Jun 28, 1996 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA?

2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,220 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA built?

2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA?

2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA is assigned to Sweetwater Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Monte Vista High School (high), rated B-; STEAM Academy at La Presa (middle), rated B-. All sit in La Mesa-Spring Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA compare to other homes in Spring Valley 91977?

Among the 15,108 homes in Spring Valley 91977, it is worth more than 81% of them ($810,906 against a typical $671,740), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($365 against a typical $458), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,220 ft² against a typical 1,477 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1992 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 43% 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 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2873 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA was $3,792. The county assessed it at $271,087.

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