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$469,274$452 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

10885 MERRITT ST

CASTROVILLE, CA 95012
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,038 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$469K
$405K low$533K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$644 (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.$38,495 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,011
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,484
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,741

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.32
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
19
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
30
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyMONTEREY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(4)

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
Castroville Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
North Monterey County Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
North Monterey County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: North Monterey County Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95012These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.348

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.7.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,723
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.720 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,738
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,677
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

10885 Merritt St 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 91% of homes in Monterey County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Castroville 95012
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Castroville 95012
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Monterey County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Castroville 95012

What homes are worth in Castroville 95012

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

This home
$355K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Castroville 95012.

How it measures up in Castroville 95012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Castroville 95012.

Estimated value$469,274
CheaperTypical $593,661Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$452
CheaperTypical $412Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,038 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,391 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 10885 Merritt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastroville 95012Monterey County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,27422% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45272% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,038 ft²12% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac32% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195113% of homes19% of homes

About 10885 Merritt St

How much is 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA is $469,274 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $405,380 to $533,168. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA last sell?

10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA?

10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,038 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA built?

10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA?

10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA is assigned to Castroville Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; North Monterey County Middle School (middle), rated D-; North Monterey County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in North Monterey County Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA compare to other homes in Castroville 95012?

Among the 1,813 homes in Castroville 95012, it is worth more than 22% of them ($469,274 against a typical $593,661), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($452 against a typical $412), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,038 ft² against a typical 1,391 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1951 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Monterey County, it is worth more than 9% 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 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10885 Merritt St, Castroville, CA was $644. The county assessed it at $38,495.

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