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$129,125$112 / 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 86How 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 $40,000 on Dec 28, 2007

809 BEST AVE

LA JUNTA, CO 81050
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$129K
$111K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Dec 28, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$583 (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.$8,285 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,674
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,573

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.65
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
6
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
73
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.142 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.Ranch
CountyOTERO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
La Junta Junior-Senior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.8 mi
E
La Junta Primary Shool
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi

District: East Otero School District R-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 81050These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,564
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,688
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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How this home compares

809 Best Ave 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in La Junta 81050
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Otero County

What homes are worth in La Junta 81050

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

This home
$43K$482K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in La Junta 81050.

How it measures up in La Junta 81050

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Junta 81050.

Estimated value$129,125
CheaperTypical $138,696Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 809 Best Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Junta 81050Otero County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,12546% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11255% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²44% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac67% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198185% of homes86% of homes

About 809 Best Ave

How much is 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO is $129,125 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $110,671 to $147,579. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO last sell?

809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO last sold on Dec 28, 2007 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO?

809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO built?

809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO?

809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO is assigned to La Junta Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated C-; La Junta Primary Shool (elementary). All sit in East Otero School District R-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO compare to other homes in La Junta 81050?

Among the 3,916 homes in La Junta 81050, it is worth more than 46% of them ($129,125 against a typical $138,696), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($112 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1981 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Otero County, it is worth more than 44% 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 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 809 Best Ave, La Junta, CO was $583. The county assessed it at $8,285.

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