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$2,549,914$1,536 / 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 90How 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

502 EL SALTO DR

CAPITOLA, CA 95010
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,660 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$2.5M
$2.3M low$2.8M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,768 (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.$128,170 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,646
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,524
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,656
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,500,110

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.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
23
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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
CountySANTA CRUZ
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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

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
New Brighton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Main Street Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Soquel High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Soquel Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95010These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.401

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.9,755
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,679
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

502 El Salto 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 97% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Capitola 95010
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Capitola 95010

What homes are worth in Capitola 95010

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

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$516K$3M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Capitola 95010.

How it measures up in Capitola 95010

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Capitola 95010.

Estimated value$2,549,914
CheaperTypical $1,292,659Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1536
CheaperTypical $918Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 502 El Salto Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitola 95010Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,549,91496% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$153690% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,660 ft²74% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²51% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than194814% of homes20% of homes

About 502 El Salto Dr

How much is 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA is $2,549,914 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,290,949 to $2,808,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA last sell?

502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA?

502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,660 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA built?

502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old.

What schools serve 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA?

502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA is assigned to New Brighton Middle School (middle), rated B+; Main Street Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Soquel High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Soquel Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA compare to other homes in Capitola 95010?

Among the 3,818 homes in Capitola 95010, it is worth more than 96% of them ($2,549,914 against a typical $1,292,659), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($1536 against a typical $918), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,660 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 14% of them (1948 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 97% 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 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 El Salto Dr, Capitola, CA was $2,768. The county assessed it at $128,170.

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