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$385,790$271 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $109,000 on Nov 9, 2018

486 SOUTHWIND DR

EL CENTRO, CA 92243
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,422 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.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$386K
$310K low$462K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$109,000 · Nov 9, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,406 (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.$380,460 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$309,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,366

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.Single Family Residence
CountyIMPERIAL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

Foreclosure Filings(7)

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

E
Desert Garden Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
H
Central Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Wilson Jr. High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Central Union High 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

486 Southwind 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Older than 82% 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.

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$189K$771K

This home is worth more than 55% 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$385,790
CheaperTypical $368,109Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,422 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 486 Southwind Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Centro 92243Imperial County
Estimated valuepricier than$385,79055% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27175% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,422 ft²44% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac21% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195929% of homes18% of homes

About 486 Southwind Dr

How much is 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA is $385,790 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $309,562 to $462,018. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA last sell?

486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA last sold on Nov 9, 2018 for $109,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA?

486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,422 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA built?

486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA?

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

How does 486 Southwind 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 55% of them ($385,790 against a typical $368,109), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($271 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,422 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1959 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Imperial County, it is worth more than 55% 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 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 486 Southwind Dr, El Centro, CA was $2,406. The county assessed it at $380,460.

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