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$705,329$362 / 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 91How 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

3961 CHARLES ST

LA MESA, CA 91941
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,950 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$705K
$640K low$771K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,290 (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.$138,604 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,474
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$135,887

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.36
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
12
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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
Vista La Mesa AcademyC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Mount Miguel High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Grossmont Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91941These 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.74
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 100.210

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.33,794
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,465
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 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

3961 Charles 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 82% of homes in La Mesa 91941
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in La Mesa 91941
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in La Mesa 91941
  • Older than 92% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in La Mesa 91941

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

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$462K$2M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in La Mesa 91941.

How it measures up in La Mesa 91941

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Mesa 91941.

Estimated value$705,329
CheaperTypical $976,253Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $511Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,932 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 3961 Charles St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Mesa 91941San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$705,32918% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3622% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,950 ft²51% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac23% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than195429% of homes8% of homes

About 3961 Charles St

How much is 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA is $705,329 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $639,790 to $770,868. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA last sell?

3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA?

3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,950 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA built?

3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA?

3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA is assigned to Vista La Mesa Academy (elementary), rated C; Mount Miguel High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Grossmont Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA compare to other homes in La Mesa 91941?

Among the 9,726 homes in La Mesa 91941, it is worth more than 18% of them ($705,329 against a typical $976,253), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($362 against a typical $511), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,950 ft² against a typical 1,932 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1954 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 29% 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 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3961 Charles St, La Mesa, CA was $2,290. The county assessed it at $138,604.

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