| Primary address | 949 Penguin Circle, Vista |
| Zip code | 92083 |
| County | San Diego |
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| Sale date | 09/14/2007 |
| Sale price | $299,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $4,357 |
| Building sqft | 1,122 |
| Building class | Single Family Residence (11) |
| Acreage | 0.19 |
| Units | 1 |
| Year built | 1960 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Zoning district | Single Family Residential (R-1-B) |
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949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083 was built in 1960 and has a total of 1,122 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $392,719, the tax amount paid for 949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083 is $4,435.
When was 949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083 last sold?949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083 was last sold in 04/30/2008.
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Access detailed property tax data for 949 Penguin Circle, Vista, CA 92083. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $4,436 |
| Current property tax | $4,357 |
| Market value | $392,719 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 949 Penguin Circle, Vista, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $392,719 | 1.1295 | $4,436 | +6.06% |
| 2024-2025 | $385,020 | 1.0863 | $4,182 | +2.45% |
| 2023-2024 | $377,472 | 1.0815 | $4,082 | +0.23% |
| 2022-2023 | $370,072 | 1.1005 | $4,073 | +2.31% |
| 2021-2022 | $362,817 | 1.09728 | $3,981 | -0.67% |
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Access the detailed traffic volume map for 949 Penguin Circle, Vista to see estimated average daily traffic on streets surrounding the property as well as the types of properties in its vicinity.
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| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Elementary School | 4 | Public | K-5 | 478 | 0.41 |
| California Avenue Elementary School | NR | Public | K-8 | 13 | 0.46 |
| Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts | 4 | Public | K-5 | 670 | 0.54 |
| Bobier Elementary School | 4 | Public | K-5 | 499 | 0.62 |
| Olive Elementary School | NR | Public | K-5 | 348 | 0.67 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Avenue Elementary School | NR | Public | K-8 | 13 | 0.46 |
| Vista Innovation and Design Academy | 6 | Public | 6-8 | 814 | 0.77 |
| Vista Christian | NR | Private | K-8 | 150 | 0.94 |
| West Coast Baptist School | NR | Private | K-12 | 20 | 0.99 |
| St. Francis of Assisi School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 275 | 1.10 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North County Trade Tech High School | 5 | Charter | 9-12 | 173 | 0.16 |
| Vista Adult Transition Center | NR | Public | 12 | 124 | 0.85 |
| West Coast Baptist School | NR | Private | K-12 | 20 | 0.99 |
| Major General Raymond Murray High School | 2 | Public | 10-12 | 230 | 0.99 |
| SIATech School | 2 | Charter | 10-12 | 743 | 1.04 |
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Here are the neighbors for 949 Penguin Circle, Vista.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 469 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista | 1,140 | 03/05/2003 | $270,500 |
| 1023 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,122 | 06/26/1996 | $90,000 |
| 1047 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,111 | 04/12/2005 | |
| 955 Penguin Cir, Vista | 1,111 | 11/04/2004 | $570,000 |
| 1031 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,308 | ||
| 1039 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,122 | 09/27/2002 | $240,000 |
| 923 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,374 | 05/21/2009 | $165,000 |
| 911 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,140 | ||
| 463 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista | 1,122 | 08/05/2025 | |
| 1004 North Dr, Vista | 1,140 | 11/29/1994 | $95,000 |
| 943 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,140 | 02/23/2023 | $645,000 |
| 961 Penguin Cir, Vista | 1,140 | 05/15/2014 | $325,000 |
| 457 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista | 1,511 | ||
| 451 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista | 1,572 | 12/29/2006 | |
| 967 Penguin Cir, Vista | 1,510 | 04/03/2023 | $674,000 |
| 1015 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,111 | ||
| 935 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,111 | 05/28/2024 | $700,000 |
| 477 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista | 1,387 | 08/01/2005 | |
| 1007 Swallow Dr, Vista | 1,140 | 05/18/1994 | $120,000 |
| 973 Penguin Cir, Vista | 1,416 | 09/30/2013 | $310,000 |