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$1,939,981$786 / 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 92How 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 $425,000 on May 30, 1997

5540 SEASIDE HEIGHTS DR

RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA 90275
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,468 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.8M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$425,000 · May 30, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,494 (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.$706,016 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$564,821
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,195
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$692,174

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
CountyLOS ANGELES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system 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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Ridgecrest Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Soleado Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Palos Verdes Peninsula High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90275These 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.54
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 100.383

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,412 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$161,660
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$199,336
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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.73%

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How this home compares

5540 Seaside Heights 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 91% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Crest
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Crest
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Crest

What homes are worth in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275

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

This home
$616K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275.

How it measures up in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275.

Estimated value$1,939,981
CheaperTypical $1,638,447Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$786
CheaperTypical $717Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,468 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,156 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 5540 Seaside Heights Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrestRancho Palos Verdes 90275Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,939,98190% of homes72% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78693% of homes67% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,468 ft²83% of homes66% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac53% of homes52% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than196621% of homes60% of homes63% of homes

About 5540 Seaside Heights Dr

How much is 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is $1,939,981 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,791,753 to $2,088,209. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA last sell?

5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA last sold on May 30, 1997 for $425,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA?

5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,468 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA built?

5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA?

5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is assigned to Ridgecrest Intermediate School (middle), rated A; Soleado Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Palos Verdes Peninsula High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA compare to other homes in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275?

Among the 14,827 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275, it is worth more than 72% of them ($1,939,981 against a typical $1,638,447), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($786 against a typical $717), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,468 ft² against a typical 2,156 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1966 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 91% 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 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5540 Seaside Heights Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA was $8,494. The county assessed it at $706,016.

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