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$716,703$277 / 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 93How 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 $432,250 on Oct 18, 2024

491 RIDGECREST AVE

WHITE ROCK, NM 87547
4
Beds
2.8
Baths
2,592 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.
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

$717K
$664K low$770K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$432,250 · Oct 18, 2024
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.$391,703
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$313,362
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.$325,000
WATERSTONE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Oct 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,269 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$217,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$651,290

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLOS ALAMOS
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 128 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Chamisa Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Los Alamos Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.6 mi
H
Los Alamos High SchoolB+
High · Grades 10–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Los Alamos Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 87547These 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.33
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.116

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,025
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.765 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,015
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,938
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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

491 Ridgecrest Ave 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 74% of homes in White Rock 87547
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in White Rock 87547
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in White Rock 87547
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in White Rock 87547
  • Newer than 67% of homes in White Rock 87547

What homes are worth in White Rock 87547

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

This home
$393K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in White Rock 87547.

How it measures up in White Rock 87547

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in White Rock 87547.

Estimated value$716,703
CheaperTypical $591,379Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$277
CheaperTypical $310Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,964 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 491 Ridgecrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhite Rock 87547Los Alamos County
Estimated valuepricier than$716,70374% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27725% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,592 ft²78% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac31% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197667% of homes59% of homes

About 491 Ridgecrest Ave

How much is 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM is $716,703 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $663,687 to $769,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM last sell?

491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM last sold on Oct 18, 2024 for $432,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM?

491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM has 4 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 2,592 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM built?

491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM?

491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM is assigned to Chamisa Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Los Alamos Middle School (middle), rated A; Los Alamos High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Los Alamos Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM compare to other homes in White Rock 87547?

Among the 2,477 homes in White Rock 87547, it is worth more than 74% of them ($716,703 against a typical $591,379), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($277 against a typical $310), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,592 ft² against a typical 1,964 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1976 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Los Alamos County, it is worth more than 70% 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 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM?

The 2026 property tax bill for 491 Ridgecrest Ave, White Rock, NM was $5,269. The county assessed it at $217,100.

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