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$1,393,082$524 / 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 95How 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

1242 CARACAS DR

PLACENTIA, CA 92870
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,660 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,945 (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.$569,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$368,905
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,385
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$558,128

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
83
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
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.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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(8)

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
Van Buren Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Kraemer Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Valencia High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92870These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.364

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.52,456
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,618 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,439
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,532
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 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

1242 Caracas 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 88% of homes in Placentia 92870
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Orange County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Placentia 92870
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Placentia 92870

What homes are worth in Placentia 92870

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

This home
$447K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Placentia 92870.

How it measures up in Placentia 92870

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Placentia 92870.

Estimated value$1,393,082
CheaperTypical $1,067,962Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$524
CheaperTypical $573Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,832 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 1242 Caracas Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlacentia 92870Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,393,08288% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52427% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,660 ft²87% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac72% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than197144% of homes42% of homes

About 1242 Caracas Dr

How much is 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA is $1,393,082 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,327,256 to $1,458,908. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA last sell?

1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA last sold on Nov 30, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA?

1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,660 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA built?

1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA?

1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA is assigned to Van Buren Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Kraemer Middle School (middle), rated B+; Valencia High School (high), rated A. All sit in Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA compare to other homes in Placentia 92870?

Among the 13,724 homes in Placentia 92870, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,393,082 against a typical $1,067,962), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($524 against a typical $573), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,660 ft² against a typical 1,832 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1971 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 70% 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 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Caracas Dr, Placentia, CA was $6,945. The county assessed it at $569,290.

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