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$1,344,184$575 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $398,000 on Dec 6, 2001

1255 VALPARAISO DR E

PLACENTIA, CA 92870
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,338 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.3M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$398,000 · Dec 6, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,261 (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.$599,714 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$425,415
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,299
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$587,955

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.Contemporary
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.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(6)

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 SchoolA
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

1255 Valparaiso Dr E 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 83% of homes in Placentia 92870
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Orange County
  • Bigger than 76% 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
$459K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 83% 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$1,344,184
CheaperTypical $1,056,898Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$575
CheaperTypical $574Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,338 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,825 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 1255 Valparaiso Dr E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlacentia 92870Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,344,18483% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57550% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,338 ft²76% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac58% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196939% of homes38% of homes

About 1255 Valparaiso Dr E

How much is 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA is $1,344,184 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,313,521 to $1,374,847. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA last sell?

1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA last sold on Dec 6, 2001 for $398,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA?

1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,338 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA built?

1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA?

1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA is assigned to Van Buren Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Kraemer Middle School (middle), rated A; 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 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA compare to other homes in Placentia 92870?

Among the 13,725 homes in Placentia 92870, it is worth more than 83% of them ($1,344,184 against a typical $1,056,898), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($575 against a typical $574), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,338 ft² against a typical 1,825 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1969 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 64% 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 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1255 Valparaiso Dr E, Placentia, CA was $7,261. The county assessed it at $599,714.

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