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$655,974$601 / 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 89How 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 $142,900 on Mar 16, 1993

434 PLACER AVE

SAN MARCOS, CA 92069
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,092 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$656K
$583K low$729K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,900 · Mar 16, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,932 (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.$252,666 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$106,086
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,712

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.
60
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
24
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.0.15
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(7)

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.

H
Mission Hills High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Richland Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Woodland Park Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: San Marcos Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92069These 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.67
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 100.189

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,216
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,636 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,737
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 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

434 Placer Ave 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 89% of homes in West Richland
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in San Marcos 92069
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in West Richland
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in West Richland

What homes are worth in San Marcos 92069

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

This home
$456K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in San Marcos 92069.

How it measures up in San Marcos 92069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Marcos 92069.

Estimated value$655,974
CheaperTypical $848,683Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$601
CheaperTypical $489Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,670 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 434 Placer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest RichlandSan Marcos 92069San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,97411% of homes15% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60185% of homes88% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²9% of homes12% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac19% of homes22% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than198650% of homes42% of homes54% of homes

About 434 Placer Ave

How much is 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA is $655,974 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $582,671 to $729,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA last sell?

434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA last sold on Mar 16, 1993 for $142,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA?

434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA built?

434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old.

What schools serve 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA?

434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA is assigned to Mission Hills High School (high), rated B+; Richland Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Woodland Park Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in San Marcos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA compare to other homes in San Marcos 92069?

Among the 11,550 homes in San Marcos 92069, it is worth more than 15% of them ($655,974 against a typical $848,683), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($601 against a typical $489), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,670 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1986 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 23% 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 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 434 Placer Ave, San Marcos, CA was $2,932. The county assessed it at $252,666.

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