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$748,080$280 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $662,500 on Nov 5, 2021

9872 STERLING DR

HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,676 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$748K
$725K low$771K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$662,500 · Nov 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,332 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$51,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$764,062

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.51
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
45
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
29
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.14 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Split Level
CountyDOUGLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 492 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Bear Canyon Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Mountain Vista High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Mountain Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Douglas County School District Re-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80126These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.7%
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.45,993
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,238 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$152,234
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,107
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

9872 Sterling 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.

  • Older than 83% of homes in Douglas County

What homes are worth in Littleton 80126

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

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This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Littleton 80126.

How it measures up in Littleton 80126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Littleton 80126.

Estimated value$748,080
CheaperTypical $747,354Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $299Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,676 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,675 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 9872 Sterling Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthridgeLittleton 80126Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$748,08056% of homes50% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28036% of homes37% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than2,676 ft²56% of homes50% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac56% of homes56% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than199045% of homes27% of homes17% of homes

About 9872 Sterling Dr

How much is 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO is $748,080 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $725,197 to $770,963. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO last sell?

9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO last sold on Nov 5, 2021 for $662,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,676 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO built?

9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO is assigned to Bear Canyon Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Mountain Vista High School (high), rated C-; Mountain Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Douglas County School District Re-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO compare to other homes in Littleton 80126?

Among the 14,609 homes in Littleton 80126, it is worth more than 50% of them ($748,080 against a typical $747,354), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($280 against a typical $299), it is bigger than 50% of them (2,676 ft² against a typical 2,675 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1990 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Douglas 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 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9872 Sterling Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO was $4,332. The county assessed it at $51,960.

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