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$1,630,921$325 / 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 94How 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 $750,000 on Apr 30, 2009

9779 CRYSTAL RIDGE DR

ESCONDIDO, CA 92026
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,019 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.
0.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
10
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

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$750,000 · Apr 30, 2009
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.$654,921
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$523,937
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.57%
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.$716,000
MUFG UNION BANK NA · 5.37% 1 · recorded Nov 22, 2022
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.$260,000
WILSHIRE STATE BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,059 (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.$985,123 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$197,019
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$788,104
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$965,807

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.
98
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.
27
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.74
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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(2)

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

E
Lilac SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.8 mi
H
Valley Center High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi
M
Valley Center Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi

District: Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92026These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.206

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,940
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,462 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,041
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,706
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

9779 Crystal Ridge 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 Escondido 92026
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Escondido 92026
  • Among the largest homes in Hidden Meadows
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in San Diego County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Escondido 92026

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

This home
$333K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Escondido 92026.

How it measures up in Escondido 92026

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escondido 92026.

Estimated value$1,630,921
CheaperTypical $808,978Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$325
CheaperTypical $462Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area5,019 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,395 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHidden MeadowsEscondido 92026San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,630,92192% of homes98% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3255% of homes2% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than5,019 ft²almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.74 ac46% of homes52% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than199255% of homes60% of homes67% of homes

About 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr

How much is 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA is $1,630,921 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,530,616 to $1,731,226. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA last sell?

9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA last sold on Apr 30, 2009 for $750,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA?

9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 5,019 square feet of living space and a 0.74-acre lot.

When was 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA built?

9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA?

9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA is assigned to Lilac School (elementary), rated B; Valley Center High School (high), rated C; Valley Center Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA compare to other homes in Escondido 92026?

Among the 41,388 homes in Escondido 92026, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,630,921 against a typical $808,978), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($325 against a typical $462), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,019 ft² against a typical 1,395 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.74 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1992 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 85% 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 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9779 Crystal Ridge Dr, Escondido, CA was $12,059. The county assessed it at $985,123.

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