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$188,537$144 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $137,585 on Nov 16, 2005

1251 N MERLIN TER

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL 34429
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,310 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$189K
$138K low$239K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,585 · Nov 16, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,461 (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.$151,735 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,985
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,596
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,735

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.10 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.minimal

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
CountyCitrus
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Fiberglass
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Rock Crusher Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Crystal River High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Crystal River Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Citrus County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34429These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,468
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,481
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,771
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

1251 N Merlin Ter 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 79% of homes in Citrus County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Citrus County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Citrus County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Citrus County

What homes are worth in Crystal River 34429

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

This home
$103K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Crystal River 34429.

How it measures up in Crystal River 34429

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crystal River 34429.

Estimated value$188,537
CheaperTypical $248,191Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,513 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 1251 N Merlin Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrystal River 34429Citrus County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,53723% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14436% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,310 ft²37% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac61% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196810% of homes6% of homes

About 1251 N Merlin Ter

How much is 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL is $188,537 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,120 to $238,954. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL last sell?

1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL last sold on Nov 16, 2005 for $137,585, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL?

1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,310 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL built?

1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL?

1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL is assigned to Rock Crusher Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Crystal River High School (high), rated C-; Crystal River Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Citrus County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL compare to other homes in Crystal River 34429?

Among the 4,776 homes in Crystal River 34429, it is worth more than 23% of them ($188,537 against a typical $248,191), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($144 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,310 ft² against a typical 1,513 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1968 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Citrus County, it is worth more than 21% 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 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1251 N Merlin Ter, Crystal River, FL was $2,461. The county assessed it at $151,735.

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