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$518,746$320 / 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 87How 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 $142,500 on Dec 24, 1998

12861 DECEMBER CT

RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,623 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$519K
$449K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,500 · Dec 24, 1998
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.$219,441
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$175,553
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.46%
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.$180,000
FIRST PACIFIC FINANCIAL · recorded Jun 30, 2003
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.$119,305
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,554 (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.$227,510 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,941
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,569
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$489,240

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Villegas Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Hillcrest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Lake Hills Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Alvord Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92503These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.290

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.96,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,949 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,069
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,138
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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%

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.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

12861 December Ct 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 82% of homes in Riverside 92503
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Home Gardens
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Home Gardens
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Riverside 92503
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Home Gardens

What homes are worth in Riverside 92503

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

This home
$386K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Riverside 92503.

How it measures up in Riverside 92503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverside 92503.

Estimated value$518,746
CheaperTypical $598,202Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$320
CheaperTypical $382Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,623 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 12861 December Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHome GardensRiverside 92503Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$518,74646% of homes18% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32025% of homes29% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,623 ft²72% of homes56% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²10% of homes4% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than198877% of homes67% of homes44% of homes

About 12861 December Ct

How much is 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA is $518,746 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $449,018 to $588,474. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA last sell?

12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA last sold on Dec 24, 1998 for $142,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA?

12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,623 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA built?

12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA?

12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA is assigned to Villegas Middle School (middle), rated B; Hillcrest High School (high), rated B+; Lake Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Alvord Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA compare to other homes in Riverside 92503?

Among the 21,423 homes in Riverside 92503, it is worth more than 18% of them ($518,746 against a typical $598,202), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($320 against a typical $382), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,623 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1988 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 37% 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 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12861 December Ct, Riverside, CA was $5,554. The county assessed it at $227,510.

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