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$1,449,956$535 / 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 89How 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 $432,000 on Aug 26, 1996

553 LA CALMA

ESCONDIDO, CA 92029
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,709 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$432,000 · Aug 26, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,978 (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.$717,643 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$249,177
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$468,466
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$703,573

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
89
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.0.60
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
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.Yes

Transaction History(5)

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
Bernardo Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
San Pasqual High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Bear Valley Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Escondido Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92029These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.95%
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.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,328
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.948 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,648
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 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

553 La Calma 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 San Diego County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Lake Hodges
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in San Diego County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Lake Hodges

What homes are worth in Escondido 92029

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

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$564K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Escondido 92029.

How it measures up in Escondido 92029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92029.

Estimated value$1,449,956
CheaperTypical $1,162,756Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$535
CheaperTypical $491Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area2,709 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,180 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 553 La Calma ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake HodgesEscondido 92029San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,449,95669% of homes76% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53580% of homes74% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than2,709 ft²51% of homes68% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac43% of homes48% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than198782% of homes45% of homes57% of homes

About 553 La Calma

How much is 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA is $1,449,956 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,293,214 to $1,606,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA last sell?

553 La Calma, Escondido, CA last sold on Aug 26, 1996 for $432,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA?

553 La Calma, Escondido, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,709 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA built?

553 La Calma, Escondido, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA?

553 La Calma, Escondido, CA is assigned to Bernardo Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; San Pasqual High School (high), rated B-; Bear Valley Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Escondido Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92029?

Among the 7,266 homes in Escondido 92029, it is worth more than 76% of them ($1,449,956 against a typical $1,162,756), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($535 against a typical $491), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,709 ft² against a typical 2,180 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1987 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 81% 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 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 La Calma, Escondido, CA was $7,978. The county assessed it at $717,643.

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