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$3,577,216$997 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $3,100,000 on Apr 21, 2023

12181 BALLANTINE DR

LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,588 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.6M
$3.5M low$3.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,100,000 · Apr 21, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$36,057 (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.$3,289,744 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,476,134
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$813,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,225,240

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa

Transaction History(15)

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
Lee Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Oak Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Los Alamitos High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Los Alamitos Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90720These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.370

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.21,327
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,707 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,372
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$182,538
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

12181 Ballantine 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Rossmoor
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Rossmoor
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Rossmoor
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Rossmoor

What homes are worth in Los Alamitos 90720

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

This home
$677K$3.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Los Alamitos 90720.

How it measures up in Los Alamitos 90720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Alamitos 90720.

Estimated value$3,577,216
CheaperTypical $1,389,091Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$997
CheaperTypical $701Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area3,588 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,985 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 12181 Ballantine Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRossmoorLos Alamitos 90720Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,577,216almost all homesalmost all homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$99797% of homes97% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than3,588 ft²90% of homes92% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac21% of homes40% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than199683% of homes81% of homes81% of homes

About 12181 Ballantine Dr

How much is 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA is $3,577,216 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $3,523,101 to $3,631,330. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA last sell?

12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA last sold on Apr 21, 2023 for $3,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA?

12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,588 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA built?

12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA?

12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA is assigned to Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Oak Middle School (middle), rated A-; Los Alamitos High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Los Alamitos Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA compare to other homes in Los Alamitos 90720?

Among the 6,558 homes in Los Alamitos 90720, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,577,216 against a typical $1,389,091), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($997 against a typical $701), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,588 ft² against a typical 1,985 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1996 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 96% 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 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12181 Ballantine Dr, Los Alamitos, CA was $36,057. The county assessed it at $3,289,744.

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