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$123,346$128 / 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 91How 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 $113,000 on Nov 1, 2004

8524 CATALPA AVE

CALIFORNIA CITY, CA 93505
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
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

$123K
$112K low$135K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$113,000 · Nov 1, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,335 (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.$104,164 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,018
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,146
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$102,122

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
76
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyKERN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 32 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Robert P. Ulrich Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.5 mi
H
California City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
California City Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Mojave Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 93505These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.246

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,802
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,988
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,847
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.6 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

8524 Catalpa 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in California City 93505
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Kern County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in California City 93505
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in California City 93505
  • Older than 95% of homes in California City 93505

What homes are worth in California City 93505

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

This home
$131K$404K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in California City 93505.

How it measures up in California City 93505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in California City 93505.

Estimated value$123,346
CheaperTypical $251,953Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,532 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 8524 Catalpa Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalifornia City 93505Kern County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,346almost no homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1288% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²5% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac27% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than19635% of homes27% of homes

About 8524 Catalpa Ave

How much is 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA is $123,346 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $112,130 to $134,562. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA last sell?

8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA last sold on Nov 1, 2004 for $113,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA?

8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA built?

8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA?

8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA is assigned to Robert P. Ulrich Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; California City High School (high), rated D; California City Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Mojave Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA compare to other homes in California City 93505?

Among the 4,871 homes in California City 93505, it is worth more than almost none of them ($123,346 against a typical $251,953), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($128 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 5% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,532 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1963 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Kern County, it is worth more than 3% 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 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8524 Catalpa Ave, California City, CA was $1,335. The county assessed it at $104,164.

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