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$343,570$373 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $302,000 on Mar 8, 2023

897 W ROSS RD

EL CENTRO, CA 92243
0
Baths
922 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$344K
$333K low$354K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$302,000 · Mar 8, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$36,470
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$29,176
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.80%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$296,530
UNION HOME MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Mar 8, 2023
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$10,570
UNION HOME MORTGAGE CORP

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,649 (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.$320,483 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,366
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$262,117
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,200

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
61
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
0
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyIMPERIAL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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

E
McKinley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Southwest High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: El Centro Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92243These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.481

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.95%
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.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.5.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,845
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,065
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.3 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

897 W Ross Rd 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 highest price per square foot in Imperial County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in El Centro 92243
  • Older than 85% of homes in Imperial County

What homes are worth in El Centro 92243

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

This home
$193K$738K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in El Centro 92243.

How it measures up in El Centro 92243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Centro 92243.

Estimated value$343,570
CheaperTypical $368,848Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area922 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 897 W Ross Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Centro 92243Imperial County
Estimated valuepricier than$343,57040% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37398% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than922 ft²7% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac49% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195525% of homes15% of homes

About 897 W Ross Rd

How much is 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA is $343,570 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $333,290 to $353,850. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA last sell?

897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA last sold on Mar 8, 2023 for $302,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA?

897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA has 922 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA built?

897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA?

897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA is assigned to McKinley Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated B; Southwest High School (high), rated B. All sit in El Centro Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA compare to other homes in El Centro 92243?

Among the 10,105 homes in El Centro 92243, it is worth more than 40% of them ($343,570 against a typical $368,848), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($373 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 7% of them (922 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1955 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Imperial County, it is worth more than 40% 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 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 897 W Ross Rd, El Centro, CA was $3,649. The county assessed it at $320,483.

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