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$3,717,775$1,192 / 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 92How 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 $2,450,000 on Nov 2, 2020

5251 EL SECRETO

RANCHO SANTA FE, CA 92067
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,120 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.
1.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.7M
$3.4M low$4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,450,000 · Nov 2, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,902 (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.$2,704,995 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,097,752
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$607,243
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,651,957

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
83
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
11
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.Single Family Residence
CountySAN DIEGO
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(4)

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
R. Roger Rowe Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
R. Roger Rowe Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Torrey Pines High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92067These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.225

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,970
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.499 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,682
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$243,887
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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

5251 El Secreto 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 San Diego County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in San Diego County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Rancho Santa Fe 92067

What homes are worth in Rancho Santa Fe 92067

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

This home
$2.3M$8.5M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Rancho Santa Fe 92067.

How it measures up in Rancho Santa Fe 92067

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rancho Santa Fe 92067.

Estimated value$3,717,775
CheaperTypical $4,677,112Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1192
CheaperTypical $968Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area3,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,853 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size1.85 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 5251 El Secreto ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe Covenant of Rancho Santa FeRancho Santa Fe 92067San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,717,77526% of homes26% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$119265% of homes80% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than3,120 ft²27% of homes22% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.85 ac27% of homes48% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197431% of homes15% of homes31% of homes

About 5251 El Secreto

How much is 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA is $3,717,775 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $3,409,383 to $4,026,167. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA last sell?

5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA last sold on Nov 2, 2020 for $2,450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA?

5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 3,120 square feet of living space.

When was 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA built?

5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old.

What schools serve 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA?

5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA is assigned to R. Roger Rowe Elementary School (elementary), rated A; R. Roger Rowe Middle School (middle), rated A+; Torrey Pines High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA compare to other homes in Rancho Santa Fe 92067?

Among the 3,407 homes in Rancho Santa Fe 92067, it is worth more than 26% of them ($3,717,775 against a typical $4,677,112), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($1192 against a typical $968), it is bigger than 22% of them (3,120 ft² against a typical 4,853 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.85 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1974 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of San Diego 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 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5251 El Secreto, Rancho Santa Fe, CA was $29,902. The county assessed it at $2,704,995.

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