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$655,220$427 / 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 96How 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 $515,000 on May 14, 2021

540 W ELM ST

COMPTON, CA 90220
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,533 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$655K
$631K low$679K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$515,000 · May 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,749 (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.$568,598 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$421,316
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,282
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$557,450

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
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.1954
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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(2)

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

M
Davis Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Dickison Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Compton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Compton Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90220These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.420

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,168
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,717 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,027
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.73%

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How this home compares

540 W 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 more than 77% of homes in Compton 90220
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Compton 90220
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Compton 90220

What homes are worth in Compton 90220

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

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$383K$804K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Compton 90220.

How it measures up in Compton 90220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Compton 90220.

Estimated value$655,220
CheaperTypical $582,514Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $502Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,533 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 540 W Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCompton 90220Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,22077% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42724% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,533 ft²71% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac15% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than194113% of homes21% of homes

About 540 W Elm St

How much is 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA is $655,220 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $631,218 to $679,222. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA last sell?

540 W Elm St, Compton, CA last sold on May 14, 2021 for $515,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA?

540 W Elm St, Compton, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,533 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA built?

540 W Elm St, Compton, CA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA?

540 W Elm St, Compton, CA is assigned to Davis Middle School (middle), rated A; Dickison Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Compton High School (high), rated C. All sit in Compton Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA compare to other homes in Compton 90220?

Among the 10,437 homes in Compton 90220, it is worth more than 77% of them ($655,220 against a typical $582,514), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($427 against a typical $502), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,533 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1941 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Los Angeles 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 W Elm St, Compton, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 W Elm St, Compton, CA was $9,749. The county assessed it at $568,598.

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