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$640,079$485 / 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 94How 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 $470,000 on Feb 23, 2006

12271 FOREST TRL

SYLMAR, CA 91342
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,320 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$640K
$604K low$676K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Feb 23, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,061 (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.$655,118 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$294,106
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$361,012
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$642,274

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.92 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.possible but undetermined

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
CountyLOS ANGELES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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
Brainard Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Charles Maclay Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Verdugo Hills High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Los Angeles Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91342These 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.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.710

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.93,742
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,806 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,037
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,041
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

12271 Forest Trl 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 74% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in Sylmar 91342

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

This home
$383K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Sylmar 91342.

How it measures up in Sylmar 91342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sylmar 91342.

Estimated value$640,079
CheaperTypical $734,493Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$485
CheaperTypical $476Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,497 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 12271 Forest Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylmar 91342Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$640,07927% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48553% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²36% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac53% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than199079% of homes87% of homes

About 12271 Forest Trl

How much is 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA is $640,079 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $603,858 to $676,300. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA last sell?

12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA last sold on Feb 23, 2006 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA?

12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA built?

12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old.

What schools serve 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA?

12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA is assigned to Brainard Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Charles Maclay Middle School (middle), rated C-; Verdugo Hills High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Los Angeles Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA compare to other homes in Sylmar 91342?

Among the 20,579 homes in Sylmar 91342, it is worth more than 27% of them ($640,079 against a typical $734,493), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($485 against a typical $476), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,497 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1990 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 26% 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 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12271 Forest Trl, Sylmar, CA was $8,061. The county assessed it at $655,118.

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