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$384,734$253 / 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 93How 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

285 OCTOBER LN

MERLIN, OR 97532
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,521 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.
1.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$385K
$357K low$412K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,714 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$233,930 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$373,100

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyJOSEPHINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 286 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.

M
Fleming Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
North Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
E
Manzanita Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.5 mi

District: Three Rivers School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 97532These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.202

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,774
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

285 October Ln 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 76% of homes in Merlin
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Merlin
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Merlin 97532
  • Older than 75% of homes in Merlin

What homes are worth in Merlin 97532

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

This home
$212K$923K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Merlin 97532.

How it measures up in Merlin 97532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merlin 97532.

Estimated value$384,734
CheaperTypical $501,259Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,521 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size1.28 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 285 October Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerlinMerlin 97532Josephine County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,73424% of homes24% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25331% of homes33% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,521 ft²37% of homes37% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.28 ac42% of homes31% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than197725% of homes26% of homes41% of homes

About 285 October Ln

How much is 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR is $384,734 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $357,013 to $412,455. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR last sell?

285 October Ln, Merlin, OR last sold on Apr 3, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR?

285 October Ln, Merlin, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,521 square feet of living space and a 1.28-acre lot.

When was 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR built?

285 October Ln, Merlin, OR was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR?

285 October Ln, Merlin, OR is assigned to Fleming Middle School (middle), rated B; North Valley High School (high), rated B-; Manzanita Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Three Rivers School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR compare to other homes in Merlin 97532?

Among the 1,129 homes in Merlin 97532, it is worth more than 24% of them ($384,734 against a typical $501,259), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($253 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,521 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (1.28 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1977 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Josephine County, it is worth more than 42% 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 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 285 October Ln, Merlin, OR was $1,714. The county assessed it at $233,930.

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