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$1,272,385$300 / 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 88How 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 $499,000 on Apr 16, 2010

8981 ROCKET RIDGE RD

LAKESIDE, CA 92040
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,247 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$499,000 · Apr 16, 2010
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.$934,385
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$747,508
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.29%
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.$338,000
SECURITY ONE LENDING · recorded Oct 10, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,729 (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.$656,983 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$122,557
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$534,426
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$644,102

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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
CountySAN DIEGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.

E
Lemon Crest Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Lakeside Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
El Capitan High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Grossmont Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92040These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.171

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
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.44,462
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.573 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,021
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,613
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 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

8981 Rocket Ridge Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Winter Gardens
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Winter Gardens
  • Among the largest homes in Winter Gardens
  • Older than 67% of homes in San Diego County

What homes are worth in Lakeside 92040

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

This home
$333K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Lakeside 92040.

How it measures up in Lakeside 92040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lakeside 92040.

Estimated value$1,272,385
CheaperTypical $766,653Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $478Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area4,247 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,541 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinter GardensLakeside 92040San Diego County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,272,385almost all homes98% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$300almost no homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than4,247 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac38% of homes41% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197551% of homes47% of homes33% of homes

About 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd

How much is 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA is $1,272,385 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,122,161 to $1,422,609. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA last sell?

8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA last sold on Apr 16, 2010 for $499,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA?

8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,247 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA built?

8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old.

What schools serve 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA?

8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA is assigned to Lemon Crest Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Lakeside Middle School (middle), rated C+; El Capitan High School (high), rated B. All sit in Grossmont Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA compare to other homes in Lakeside 92040?

Among the 12,329 homes in Lakeside 92040, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,272,385 against a typical $766,653), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($300 against a typical $478), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,247 ft² against a typical 1,541 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1975 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of San Diego County, it is worth more than 75% 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 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8981 Rocket Ridge Rd, Lakeside, CA was $5,729. The county assessed it at $656,983.

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