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$318,528$212 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $222,000 on Jan 12, 2024

512 ELM ST

TEHACHAPI, CA 93561
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,506 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$319K
$286K low$351K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$222,000 · Jan 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,926 (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.$330,639 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,828
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$257,811
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$324,156

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
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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(3)

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.

E
Tompkins Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Jacobsen Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Tehachapi High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

512 Elm St 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 less than 80% of homes in Tehachapi 93561
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Tehachapi 93561
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Tehachapi 93561
  • Older than 91% 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.

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$203K$752K

This home is worth more than 20% 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$318,528
CheaperTypical $400,772Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,506 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 512 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTehachapi 93561Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,52820% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21226% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,506 ft²36% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac16% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than19649% of homes27% of homes

About 512 Elm St

How much is 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA is $318,528 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $286,417 to $350,639. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA last sell?

512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA last sold on Jan 12, 2024 for $222,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA?

512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,506 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA built?

512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA?

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

How does 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA compare to other homes in Tehachapi 93561?

Among the 12,174 homes in Tehachapi 93561, it is worth more than 20% of them ($318,528 against a typical $400,772), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($212 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,506 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1964 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 43% 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 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 Elm St, Tehachapi, CA was $3,926. The county assessed it at $330,639.

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