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$455,408$338 / 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 94How 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 $99,000 on Aug 5, 1996

4538 COLUMBIA AVE

RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,347 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$455K
$428K low$483K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Aug 5, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,781 (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.$164,259 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,815
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,444
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,039
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$462,150

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.63 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Patricia Beatty Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
John W. North High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Central Middle School of Arts and InnovationC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Riverside Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92501These 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.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.428

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.12%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,671
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,923 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,158
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.11 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

4538 Columbia 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 81% of homes in Riverside 92501
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Riverside 92501
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Riverside County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Northside
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Riverside 92501

What homes are worth in Riverside 92501

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

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$372K$950K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Riverside 92501.

How it measures up in Riverside 92501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverside 92501.

Estimated value$455,408
CheaperTypical $531,784Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $381Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,401 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 4538 Columbia Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthsideRiverside 92501Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$455,40823% of homes19% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33838% of homes31% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,347 ft²45% of homes44% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac74% of homes72% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than199064% of homes79% of homes50% of homes

About 4538 Columbia Ave

How much is 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA is $455,408 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $428,222 to $482,594. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA last sell?

4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA last sold on Aug 5, 1996 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA?

4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,347 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA built?

4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA?

4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA is assigned to Patricia Beatty Elementary School (elementary), rated C; John W. North High School (high), rated C+; Central Middle School of Arts and Innovation (middle), rated C-. All sit in Riverside Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA compare to other homes in Riverside 92501?

Among the 4,900 homes in Riverside 92501, it is worth more than 19% of them ($455,408 against a typical $531,784), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($338 against a typical $381), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,347 ft² against a typical 1,401 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1990 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 25% 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 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4538 Columbia Ave, Riverside, CA was $1,781. The county assessed it at $164,259.

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