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$902,951$572 / ft²
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Last sold for $370,000 on Jul 15, 2011

8531 MATTERHORN DR

SANTEE, CA 92071
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,579 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.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$903K
$862K low$944K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Jul 15, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,556 (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.$474,025 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,111
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,914
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$464,731

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
86
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.0.14
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.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.

E
Chet F. Harritt STEAM Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
West Hills High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Santee Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92071These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.179

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,697
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,367 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,367
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 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

8531 Matterhorn 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 84% of homes in Santee 92071
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Santee 92071
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Santee 92071
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Santee 92071
  • Older than 82% of homes in Santee 92071

What homes are worth in Santee 92071

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

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$424K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Santee 92071.

How it measures up in Santee 92071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santee 92071.

Estimated value$902,951
CheaperTypical $749,488Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$572
CheaperTypical $508Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,579 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,391 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 8531 Matterhorn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSantee 92071San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$902,95184% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57277% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,579 ft²65% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac11% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than196518% of homes20% of homes

About 8531 Matterhorn Dr

How much is 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA is $902,951 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $862,115 to $943,787. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA last sell?

8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA last sold on Jul 15, 2011 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA?

8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,579 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA built?

8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old.

What schools serve 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA?

8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA is assigned to Chet F. Harritt STEAM Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; West Hills High School (high), rated A. All sit in Santee Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA compare to other homes in Santee 92071?

Among the 18,613 homes in Santee 92071, it is worth more than 84% of them ($902,951 against a typical $749,488), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($572 against a typical $508), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,579 ft² against a typical 1,391 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1965 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 52% 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 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8531 Matterhorn Dr, Santee, CA was $3,556. The county assessed it at $474,025.

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