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$692,409$450 / 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 95How 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 $165,000 on Oct 30, 1989

540 SCHAFER PL

ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,540 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.
1963
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

$692K
$661K low$724K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Oct 30, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,297 (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.$291,753 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,770
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,983
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$286,034

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.31
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.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.No

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
Felicita Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Del Dios Academy of Arts and SciencesC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
San Pasqual High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Escondido Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92025These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.193

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,152
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,466
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 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

540 Schafer Pl 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 72% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Escondido 92025
  • Older than 83% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Escondido 92025

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

This home
$331K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Escondido 92025.

How it measures up in Escondido 92025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92025.

Estimated value$692,409
CheaperTypical $841,042Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$450
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,722 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 540 Schafer Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEscondido 92025San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$692,40931% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45035% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²41% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac26% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than196329% of homes17% of homes

About 540 Schafer Pl

How much is 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA is $692,409 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $661,035 to $723,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA last sell?

540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA last sold on Oct 30, 1989 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA?

540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA built?

540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old.

What schools serve 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA?

540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA is assigned to Felicita Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences (middle), rated C-; San Pasqual High School (high), rated B. All sit in Escondido Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92025?

Among the 9,764 homes in Escondido 92025, it is worth more than 31% of them ($692,409 against a typical $841,042), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($450 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,722 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1963 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 28% 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 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Schafer Pl, Escondido, CA was $3,297. The county assessed it at $291,753.

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