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$1,426,328$809 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $357,000 on Jul 30, 1998

852 CAPE BRETON DR

PACIFICA, CA 94044
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,764 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$1.4M
$1.4M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$357,000 · Jul 30, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,980 (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.$677,119 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,421
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$391,698
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$663,844
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,140,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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 MATEO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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

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.

H
Terra Nova High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Ortega Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Vallemar SchoolA-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Pacifica School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94044These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.642

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,994
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,331
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,620
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

852 Cape Breton 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Park Pacifica
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Park Pacifica
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Pacifica 94044
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Pacifica 94044
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Park Pacifica

What homes are worth in Pacifica 94044

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

This home
$684K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Pacifica 94044.

How it measures up in Pacifica 94044

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pacifica 94044.

Estimated value$1,426,328
CheaperTypical $1,173,305Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$809
CheaperTypical $829Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 852 Cape Breton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark PacificaPacifica 94044San Mateo County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,426,32885% of homes84% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$80976% of homes45% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²63% of homes75% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac60% of homes68% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197395% of homes85% of homes73% of homes

About 852 Cape Breton Dr

How much is 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA is $1,426,328 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,374,786 to $1,477,870. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA last sell?

852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA last sold on Jul 30, 1998 for $357,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA?

852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,764 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA built?

852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA?

852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA is assigned to Terra Nova High School (high), rated B+; Ortega Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Vallemar School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Pacifica School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA compare to other homes in Pacifica 94044?

Among the 11,854 homes in Pacifica 94044, it is worth more than 84% of them ($1,426,328 against a typical $1,173,305), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($809 against a typical $829), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1973 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of San Mateo County, it is worth more than 48% 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 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 852 Cape Breton Dr, Pacifica, CA was $9,980. The county assessed it at $677,119.

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