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$451,821$282 / 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 93How 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 $121,000 on Sep 12, 2008

36961 ALDER ST

PALMDALE, CA 93552
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,600 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.
0.16 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.

Valuation

$452K
$419K low$484K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$121,000 · Sep 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,224 (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.$158,523 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,646
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,877
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$155,416

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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

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(2)

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

E
Buena Vista Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Shadow Hills Engineering & Design Magnet AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
William J. (Pete) Knight High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Palmdale Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93552These 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.28
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.527

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,746
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.901 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,944
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.9 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

36961 Alder 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 95% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in Palmdale 93552

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

This home
$366K$656K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Palmdale 93552.

How it measures up in Palmdale 93552

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmdale 93552.

Estimated value$451,821
CheaperTypical $496,344Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$282
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,780 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 36961 Alder St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmdale 93552Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$451,82125% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28253% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,600 ft²39% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac38% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199254% of homes88% of homes

About 36961 Alder St

How much is 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA is $451,821 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $419,237 to $484,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA last sell?

36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA last sold on Sep 12, 2008 for $121,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 10 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA?

36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,600 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA built?

36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA was built in 1992, making it 34 years old.

What schools serve 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA?

36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA is assigned to Buena Vista Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Shadow Hills Engineering & Design Magnet Academy (middle), rated C-; William J. (Pete) Knight High School (high), rated C. All sit in Palmdale Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA compare to other homes in Palmdale 93552?

Among the 10,474 homes in Palmdale 93552, it is worth more than 25% of them ($451,821 against a typical $496,344), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($282 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 1,780 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1992 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Los Angeles 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 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 36961 Alder St, Palmdale, CA was $3,224. The county assessed it at $158,523.

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