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$768,113$235 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $375,000 on Aug 20, 2013

15228 MERLINGLEN PL

LITHIA, FL 33547
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,270 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$768K
$726K low$810K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Aug 20, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,446 (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.$609,777 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,948
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$479,829
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$617,152
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$609,777

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 296 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Bevis Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
General James D. Randall Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Newsome High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Hillsborough County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33547These 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.29
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.260
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,510
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.172 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,633
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,850
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

15228 Merlinglen Pl 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 91% of homes in Hillsborough County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in FishHawk Ranch
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Hillsborough County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in FishHawk Ranch
  • Older than 81% of homes in FishHawk Ranch

What homes are worth in Lithia 33547

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

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$244K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Lithia 33547.

How it measures up in Lithia 33547

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lithia 33547.

Estimated value$768,113
CheaperTypical $524,878Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area3,270 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 15228 Merlinglen Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFishHawk RanchLithia 33547Hillsborough County
Estimated valuepricier than$768,11384% of homes82% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23577% of homes73% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than3,270 ft²82% of homes80% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac78% of homes61% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than200219% of homes29% of homes67% of homes

About 15228 Merlinglen Pl

How much is 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL is $768,113 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $726,158 to $810,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL last sell?

15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL last sold on Aug 20, 2013 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL?

15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,270 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL built?

15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL?

15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL is assigned to Bevis Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; General James D. Randall Middle School (middle), rated A+; Newsome High School (high), rated A. All sit in Hillsborough County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL compare to other homes in Lithia 33547?

Among the 10,287 homes in Lithia 33547, it is worth more than 82% of them ($768,113 against a typical $524,878), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($235 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 80% of them (3,270 ft² against a typical 2,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (2002 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Hillsborough County, it is worth more than 91% 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 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15228 Merlinglen Pl, Lithia, FL was $12,446. The county assessed it at $609,777.

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