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$885,193$765 / 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 97How 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 $290,000 on Mar 4, 2011

8038 5TH ST

DOWNEY, CA 90241
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,157 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
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

$885K
$862K low$908K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$290,000 · Mar 4, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,938 (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.$378,955 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$303,168
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,787
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$371,525

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.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.1925
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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(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(3)

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

E
Rio Hondo ElementaryB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Warren High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Griffiths Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Downey Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90241These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.336

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,610
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,490 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,564
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,986
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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

8038 5th 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 Rancho Santa Gertrudes
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Downey 90241
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Downey 90241
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Downey 90241
  • Among the oldest homes in Rancho Santa Gertrudes

What homes are worth in Downey 90241

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

This home
$310K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Downey 90241.

How it measures up in Downey 90241

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Downey 90241.

Estimated value$885,193
CheaperTypical $883,243Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$765
CheaperTypical $543Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,157 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,679 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8038 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRancho Santa GertrudesDowney 90241Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$885,19377% of homes51% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76595% of homes96% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,157 ft²27% of homes16% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac50% of homes25% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than1914almost no homesalmost no homes3% of homes

About 8038 5th St

How much is 8038 5th St, Downey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8038 5th St, Downey, CA is $885,193 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $862,358 to $908,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8038 5th St, Downey, CA last sell?

8038 5th St, Downey, CA last sold on Mar 4, 2011 for $290,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8038 5th St, Downey, CA?

8038 5th St, Downey, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,157 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 8038 5th St, Downey, CA built?

8038 5th St, Downey, CA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8038 5th St, Downey, CA?

8038 5th St, Downey, CA is assigned to Rio Hondo Elementary (elementary), rated B; Warren High School (high), rated B; Griffiths Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Downey Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8038 5th St, Downey, CA compare to other homes in Downey 90241?

Among the 8,189 homes in Downey 90241, it is worth more than 51% of them ($885,193 against a typical $883,243), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($765 against a typical $543), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,157 ft² against a typical 1,679 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1914 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 55% 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 8038 5th St, Downey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8038 5th St, Downey, CA was $4,938. The county assessed it at $378,955.

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