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$834,423$427 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $519,500 on Jan 17, 2017

3225 SAN CARLOS DR

SPRING VALLEY, CA 91978
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,952 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$834K
$803K low$866K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$519,500 · Jan 17, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,773 (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.$614,972 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$182,923
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$432,049
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$602,915

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.
71
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.
15
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
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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
Loma Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Monte Vista High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Spring Valley AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91978These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.10,119
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,243 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,340
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 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

3225 San Carlos 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 79% of homes in Spring Valley
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Spring Valley
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Spring Valley

What homes are worth in Spring Valley 91978

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

This home
$425K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Spring Valley 91978.

How it measures up in Spring Valley 91978

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spring Valley 91978.

Estimated value$834,423
CheaperTypical $742,216Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,652 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 3225 San Carlos Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpring ValleySpring Valley 91978San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$834,42379% of homes68% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42744% of homes51% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,952 ft²72% of homes66% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac52% of homes47% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than199175% of homes72% of homes65% of homes

About 3225 San Carlos Dr

How much is 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA is $834,423 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $802,786 to $866,060. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA last sell?

3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA last sold on Jan 17, 2017 for $519,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA?

3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,952 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA built?

3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old.

What schools serve 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA?

3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA is assigned to Loma Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Monte Vista High School (high), rated B-; Spring Valley Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in La Mesa-Spring Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA compare to other homes in Spring Valley 91978?

Among the 2,856 homes in Spring Valley 91978, it is worth more than 68% of them ($834,423 against a typical $742,216), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($427 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,952 ft² against a typical 1,652 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1991 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 44% 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 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3225 San Carlos Dr, Spring Valley, CA was $7,773. The county assessed it at $614,972.

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