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$789,826$412 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

981 ARNOLD WAY

ALPINE, CA 91901
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,918 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.
1.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$790K
$745K low$834K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,369 (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.$118,945 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,243
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,702
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,614

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.
94
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountySAN DIEGO
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Garage, Detached
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
Shadow Hills Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Joan MacQueen Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Granite Hills High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi

District: Alpine Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91901These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.190

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.17,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.148 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,068
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,707
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 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

981 Arnold Way 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 76% of homes in Alpine
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in San Diego County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in San Diego County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in San Diego County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Alpine 91901

What homes are worth in Alpine 91901

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

This home
$385K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Alpine 91901.

How it measures up in Alpine 91901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alpine 91901.

Estimated value$789,826
CheaperTypical $941,066Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$412
CheaperTypical $436Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,918 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size1.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.37 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 981 Arnold Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlpineAlpine 91901San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$789,82624% of homes25% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41234% of homes35% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,918 ft²42% of homes42% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.24 ac51% of homes46% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197620% of homes19% of homes34% of homes

About 981 Arnold Way

How much is 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA is $789,826 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $745,178 to $834,474. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA last sell?

981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA?

981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,918 square feet of living space.

When was 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA built?

981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA?

981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA is assigned to Shadow Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Joan MacQueen Middle School (middle), rated C+; Granite Hills High School (high), rated C. All sit in Alpine Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA compare to other homes in Alpine 91901?

Among the 5,276 homes in Alpine 91901, it is worth more than 25% of them ($789,826 against a typical $941,066), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($412 against a typical $436), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,918 ft² against a typical 2,138 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1.24 ac against a typical 1.37 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1976 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 39% 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 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA was $1,369. The county assessed it at $118,945.

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