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$863,090$454 / 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 94How 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 $875,000 on Mar 14, 2023

5456 WELLESLEY ST E

LA MESA, CA 91942
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,902 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$863K
$815K low$911K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$875,000 · Mar 14, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,546 (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.$928,554 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$583,797
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$344,757
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$910,348

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(11)

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.

E
Maryland Avenue Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Parkway Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 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

5456 Wellesley St E 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 75% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in La Mesa 91942
  • Older than 75% 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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$376K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 75% 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$863,090
CheaperTypical $738,422Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$454
CheaperTypical $547Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,902 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,324 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 5456 Wellesley St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Mesa 91942San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$863,09075% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45411% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,902 ft²86% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac4% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than197163% of homes25% of homes

About 5456 Wellesley St E

How much is 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA is $863,090 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $815,349 to $910,831. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA last sell?

5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA last sold on Mar 14, 2023 for $875,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA?

5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,902 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA built?

5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA?

5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA is assigned to Maryland Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Parkway Middle School (middle), rated B-; 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 5456 Wellesley St E, 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 75% of them ($863,090 against a typical $738,422), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($454 against a typical $547), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,902 ft² against a typical 1,324 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1971 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 47% 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 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5456 Wellesley St E, La Mesa, CA was $11,546. The county assessed it at $928,554.

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