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$1,047,281$685 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $900,000 on Dec 15, 2021

438 E 5TH AVE

ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,528 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$1M low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$900,000 · Dec 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,925 (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.$974,186 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$757,701
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,485
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$955,086

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.31
1
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.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.0.32
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(4)

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(1)

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

E
Central Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Del Dios Academy of Arts and SciencesD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Orange Glen High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Escondido Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92025These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.193

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.50,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,152
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,466
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

438 E 5th 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 more than 71% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Escondido 92025

What homes are worth in Escondido 92025

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

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$375K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Escondido 92025.

How it measures up in Escondido 92025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92025.

Estimated value$1,047,281
CheaperTypical $836,518Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$685
CheaperTypical $476Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,528 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 438 E 5th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEscondido 92025San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,047,28171% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68595% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,528 ft²40% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac42% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than201093% of homes91% of homes

About 438 E 5th Ave

How much is 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA is $1,047,281 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,025,226 to $1,069,336. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA last sell?

438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA last sold on Dec 15, 2021 for $900,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA?

438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,528 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA built?

438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old.

What schools serve 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA?

438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences (middle), rated D+; Orange Glen High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Escondido Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92025?

Among the 9,769 homes in Escondido 92025, it is worth more than 71% of them ($1,047,281 against a typical $836,518), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($685 against a typical $476), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,528 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2010 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 63% 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 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 E 5th Ave, Escondido, CA was $10,925. The county assessed it at $974,186.

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