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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$339,768$153 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

478 SANDALWOOD DR

EL CENTRO, CA 92243
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,227 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$340K
$332K low$348K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,044 (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.$185,589 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,464
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,125
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$181,951

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
0
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.6 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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyIMPERIAL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Composition Shingle
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Harding Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Central Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Wilson Jr. High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi

District: El Centro Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92243These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.481

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.95%
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.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.5.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,845
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,065
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.3 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

478 Sandalwood Dr 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.

  • Among the lowest price per square foot in El Centro 92243
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Imperial County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Imperial County

What homes are worth in El Centro 92243

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

This home
$195K$792K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in El Centro 92243.

How it measures up in El Centro 92243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Centro 92243.

Estimated value$339,768
CheaperTypical $368,886Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,227 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,516 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

How 478 Sandalwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Centro 92243Imperial County
Estimated valuepricier than$339,76839% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$153almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,227 ft²80% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac74% of homes75% of homes

About 478 Sandalwood Dr

How much is 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA is $339,768 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $331,651 to $347,885. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA last sell?

478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA?

478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,227 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

What schools serve 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA?

478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA is assigned to Harding Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Central Union High School (high), rated B-; Wilson Jr. High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in El Centro Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA compare to other homes in El Centro 92243?

Among the 10,105 homes in El Centro 92243, it is worth more than 39% of them ($339,768 against a typical $368,886), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($153 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,227 ft² against a typical 1,516 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.17 ac). Measured against all of Imperial County, it is worth more than 41% 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 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 Sandalwood Dr, El Centro, CA was $2,044. The county assessed it at $185,589.

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