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$2,707,885$679 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,400,000 on Dec 18, 2017

20 MERRILL HL

LADERA RANCH, CA 92694
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,986 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.
0.22 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
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.7M
$2.6M low$2.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,400,000 · Dec 18, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,400 (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.$1,624,817 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$757,065
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$867,752
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,592,958

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
79
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
20
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa

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
Chaparral Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Ladera Ranch Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Tesoro High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Capistrano Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92694These 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.31
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.243

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.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,984
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,307 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$172,722
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,671
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 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

20 Merrill Hl 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 92% of homes in Ladera Ranch 92694
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Ladera Ranch 92694
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Ladera Ranch 92694
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Flintridge

What homes are worth in Ladera Ranch 92694

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

This home
$693K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Ladera Ranch 92694.

How it measures up in Ladera Ranch 92694

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ladera Ranch 92694.

Estimated value$2,707,885
CheaperTypical $1,342,321Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$679
CheaperTypical $638Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area3,986 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,013 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 20 Merrill Hl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFlintridgeLadera Ranch 92694Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,707,88590% of homes92% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$67941% of homes70% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than3,986 ft²88% of homes93% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac84% of homes86% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than200297% of homes29% of homes87% of homes

About 20 Merrill Hl

How much is 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA is $2,707,885 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,572,189 to $2,843,581. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA last sell?

20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA last sold on Dec 18, 2017 for $1,400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA?

20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 3,986 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA built?

20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old.

What schools serve 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA?

20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA is assigned to Chaparral Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Ladera Ranch Middle School (middle), rated A+; Tesoro High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Capistrano Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA compare to other homes in Ladera Ranch 92694?

Among the 12,011 homes in Ladera Ranch 92694, it is worth more than 92% of them ($2,707,885 against a typical $1,342,321), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($679 against a typical $638), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,986 ft² against a typical 2,013 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (2002 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 92% 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 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Merrill Hl, Ladera Ranch, CA was $20,400. The county assessed it at $1,624,817.

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