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$1,428,334$379 / 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 86How 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

498 DESERT HILL CT

GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81507
3
Beds
4
Baths
3,764 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.
2 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,203 (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.$79,770 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,276,240

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
16
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMesa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 798 ft²

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.

M
Redlands Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Wingate Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Grand Junction High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Mesa County Valley School District 51

Neighborhood · ZIP 81507These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,088
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,496
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

498 Desert Hill Ct 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 most valuable homes in Mesa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Mesa County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Mesa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Grand Junction 81507
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Grand Junction 81507

What homes are worth in Grand Junction 81507

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

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$281K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Grand Junction 81507.

How it measures up in Grand Junction 81507

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Junction 81507.

Estimated value$1,428,334
CheaperTypical $593,505Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$379
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area3,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 498 Desert Hill Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Junction 81507Mesa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,428,33498% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37992% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than3,764 ft²91% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac94% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than200280% of homes73% of homes

About 498 Desert Hill Ct

How much is 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO is $1,428,334 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,234,541 to $1,622,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO last sell?

498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO last sold on Nov 2, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO?

498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,764 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO built?

498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO?

498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO is assigned to Redlands Middle School (middle), rated B+; Wingate Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Grand Junction High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Mesa County Valley School District 51. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO compare to other homes in Grand Junction 81507?

Among the 7,064 homes in Grand Junction 81507, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,428,334 against a typical $593,505), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($379 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,764 ft² against a typical 2,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2002 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Mesa County, it is worth more than almost all 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 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 498 Desert Hill Ct, Grand Junction, CO was $5,203. The county assessed it at $79,770.

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