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$408,435$228 / 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 93How 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

480 PEPPER DR

TEHACHAPI, CA 93561
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,788 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.
2002
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

$408K
$380K low$437K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,390 (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.$201,584 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,184
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,632

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
10
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residence
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 136 ft²

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.

M
Jacobsen Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Tehachapi High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Tompkins Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Tehachapi Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93561These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.285

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.82 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,622
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

480 Pepper 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.

  • Worth more than 67% of homes in Kern County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Kern County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Tehachapi 93561
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Tehachapi 93561

What homes are worth in Tehachapi 93561

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

This home
$213K$739K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Tehachapi 93561.

How it measures up in Tehachapi 93561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tehachapi 93561.

Estimated value$408,435
CheaperTypical $405,267Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,701 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 480 Pepper Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTehachapi 93561Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$408,43550% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22838% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,788 ft²57% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac7% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than200275% of homes75% of homes

About 480 Pepper Dr

How much is 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA is $408,435 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $379,506 to $437,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA last sell?

480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA last sold on Mar 6, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,788 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA built?

480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA is assigned to Jacobsen Middle School (middle), rated D; Tehachapi High School (high), rated B-; Tompkins Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Tehachapi Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA compare to other homes in Tehachapi 93561?

Among the 12,174 homes in Tehachapi 93561, it is worth more than 50% of them ($408,435 against a typical $405,267), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($228 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,788 ft² against a typical 1,701 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2002 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 67% 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 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 480 Pepper Dr, Tehachapi, CA was $2,390. The county assessed it at $201,584.

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