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$2,573,203$1,422 / 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 85How 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

5539 CANDLELIGHT DR

LA JOLLA, CA 92037
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,809 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.6M
$2.2M low$3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,844 (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.$193,305 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,579
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,726
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$189,515

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.0.22
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(8)

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
Bird Rock Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Muirlands Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
La Jolla High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: San Diego City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92037These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.418

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.49,112
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,313 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,757
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,835
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 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

5539 Candlelight Dr 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 95% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in La Jolla 92037
  • Older than 84% of homes in La Jolla 92037

What homes are worth in La Jolla 92037

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

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$525K$10M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in La Jolla 92037.

How it measures up in La Jolla 92037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Jolla 92037.

Estimated value$2,573,203
CheaperTypical $2,305,008Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1422
CheaperTypical $1083Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,809 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,914 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 5539 Candlelight Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Jolla 92037San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,573,20355% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$142274% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,809 ft²47% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac24% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than196216% of homes17% of homes

About 5539 Candlelight Dr

How much is 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA is $2,573,203 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,196,360 to $2,950,046. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA last sell?

5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA last sold on Mar 23, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA?

5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,809 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA built?

5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA?

5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA is assigned to Bird Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Muirlands Middle School (middle), rated A+; La Jolla High School (high), rated A. All sit in San Diego City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA compare to other homes in La Jolla 92037?

Among the 17,555 homes in La Jolla 92037, it is worth more than 55% of them ($2,573,203 against a typical $2,305,008), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($1422 against a typical $1083), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,809 ft² against a typical 1,914 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1962 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 95% 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 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5539 Candlelight Dr, La Jolla, CA was $2,844. The county assessed it at $193,305.

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