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$308,818$123 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $6,000 on Jan 22, 1996

492 AVENIDA PAPALOTE

RIO RICO, AZ 85648
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,502 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to 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

$309K
$291K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,000 · Jan 22, 1996
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$211,478
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$169,182
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.37%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$97,340
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA · recorded Dec 6, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,955 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$16,078 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,398
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,078
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,775

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
89
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
14
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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.Rural Residence
CountySanta Cruz
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 28 ft²Porch · 660 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Rio Rico High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Mountain View SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Calabasas SchoolD+
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Santa Cruz Valley Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85648These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.18,682
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.98 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,897
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.85%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

492 Avenida Papalote 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 73% of homes in Rio Rico 85648
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Rio Rico 85648
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Rio Rico 85648
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Rio Rico 85648

What homes are worth in Rio Rico 85648

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

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$181K$546K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Rio Rico 85648.

How it measures up in Rio Rico 85648

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rio Rico 85648.

Estimated value$308,818
CheaperTypical $258,891Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,502 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,617 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 492 Avenida Papalote ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRio Rico 85648Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,81873% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1235% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,502 ft²91% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac80% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than199741% of homes57% of homes

About 492 Avenida Papalote

How much is 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ is $308,818 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $291,006 to $326,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ last sell?

492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ last sold on Jan 22, 1996 for $6,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ?

492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,502 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ built?

492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ?

492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ is assigned to Rio Rico High School (high), rated C; Mountain View School (elementary), rated C+; Calabasas School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Santa Cruz Valley Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ compare to other homes in Rio Rico 85648?

Among the 7,471 homes in Rio Rico 85648, it is worth more than 73% of them ($308,818 against a typical $258,891), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($123 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,502 ft² against a typical 1,617 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1997 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 64% 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 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 492 Avenida Papalote, Rio Rico, AZ was $1,955. The county assessed it at $16,078.

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