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$971,871$366 / 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 92How 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 $463,000 on Oct 3, 2003

963 MERCED RIVER RD

CHULA VISTA, CA 91913
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,656 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.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$972K
$892K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$463,000 · Oct 3, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,576 (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.$671,297 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$174,021
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$497,276
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$658,135

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
82
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
32
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.0.21
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Anne and William Hedenkamp Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Rancho Del Rey Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Otay Ranch High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Sweetwater Union High School District (9-12)

Neighborhood · ZIP 91913These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.167

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.57,073
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,262 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,969
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,520
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

963 Merced River 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.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Heritage Hills
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Heritage Hills
  • Newer than 84% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Chula Vista 91913

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

This home
$450K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Chula Vista 91913.

How it measures up in Chula Vista 91913

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chula Vista 91913.

Estimated value$971,871
CheaperTypical $814,689Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$366
CheaperTypical $419Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,940 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 963 Merced River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHeritage HillsChula Vista 91913San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$971,87120% of homes71% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36647% of homes16% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,656 ft²34% of homes79% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac79% of homes42% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than200381% of homes51% of homes84% of homes

About 963 Merced River Rd

How much is 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA is $971,871 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $891,889 to $1,051,853. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA last sell?

963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA last sold on Oct 3, 2003 for $463,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA?

963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,656 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA built?

963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old.

What schools serve 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA?

963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA is assigned to Anne and William Hedenkamp Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rancho Del Rey Middle School (middle), rated B; Otay Ranch High School (high), rated A. All sit in Sweetwater Union High School District (9-12). Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA compare to other homes in Chula Vista 91913?

Among the 15,225 homes in Chula Vista 91913, it is worth more than 71% of them ($971,871 against a typical $814,689), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($366 against a typical $419), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,656 ft² against a typical 1,940 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (2003 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 58% 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 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 963 Merced River Rd, Chula Vista, CA was $11,576. The county assessed it at $671,297.

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