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$4,071,886$1,224 / 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 79How 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

8538 PRESTWICK DR

LA JOLLA, CA 92037
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,327 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$4.1M
$3.2M low$4.9M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,878 (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.$1,004,244 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,421
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$825,823
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$984,554

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.0.54
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Torrey Pines Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Muirlands Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
La Jolla High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: San Diego City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92037These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.418

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,112
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,313 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,757
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,835
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 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

8538 Prestwick 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 98% of homes in San Diego County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in San Diego County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in La Jolla 92037

What homes are worth in La Jolla 92037

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

This home
$535K$10M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in La Jolla 92037.

How it measures up in La Jolla 92037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Jolla 92037.

Estimated value$4,071,886
CheaperTypical $2,306,421Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1224
CheaperTypical $1084Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area3,327 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,915 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 8538 Prestwick Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Jolla 92037San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,071,88681% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$122461% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than3,327 ft²84% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac55% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than201396% of homes93% of homes

About 8538 Prestwick Dr

How much is 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA is $4,071,886 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,200,231 to $4,943,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA last sell?

8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA?

8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,327 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA built?

8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA?

8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA is assigned to Torrey Pines Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Muirlands Middle School (middle), rated A+; La Jolla High School (high), rated A. All sit in San Diego City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA compare to other homes in La Jolla 92037?

Among the 17,555 homes in La Jolla 92037, it is worth more than 81% of them ($4,071,886 against a typical $2,306,421), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($1224 against a typical $1084), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,327 ft² against a typical 1,915 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2013 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 98% 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 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8538 Prestwick Dr, La Jolla, CA was $12,878. The county assessed it at $1,004,244.

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