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$899,000$612 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $910,000 on Sep 16, 2026

5371 SWARTHMORE ST

LA MESA, CA 91942
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,470 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.
0.17 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$899K
$795K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$910,000 · Sep 16, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,295 (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.$408,144 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,822
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,322
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$400,142

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
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.
87
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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(12)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Maryland Avenue Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Parkway Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Grossmont High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91942These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.206

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,782
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,034 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,606
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

5371 Swarthmore 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 more than 81% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Older than 81% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in La Mesa 91942

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

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$371K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in La Mesa 91942.

How it measures up in La Mesa 91942

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Mesa 91942.

Estimated value$899,000
CheaperTypical $741,397Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$612
CheaperTypical $546Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 5371 Swarthmore St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Mesa 91942San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$899,00081% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61273% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²64% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac30% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than196454% of homes19% of homes

About 5371 Swarthmore St

How much is 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA is $899,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $794,913 to $1,003,087. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA last sell?

5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA last sold on Sep 16, 2026 for $910,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA?

5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA built?

5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old.

What schools serve 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA?

5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA is assigned to Maryland Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Parkway Middle School (middle), rated C-; Grossmont High School (high), rated B+. All sit in La Mesa-Spring Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA compare to other homes in La Mesa 91942?

Among the 10,944 homes in La Mesa 91942, it is worth more than 81% of them ($899,000 against a typical $741,397), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($612 against a typical $546), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1964 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 51% 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 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5371 Swarthmore St, La Mesa, CA was $5,295. The county assessed it at $408,144.

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