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$469,831$335 / 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 $380,000 on Apr 8, 2021

3554 MERLIN CT

FORTUNA, CA 95540
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,402 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$470K
$448K low$492K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Apr 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,502 (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.$411,322 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$281,432
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$411,322

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHumboldt
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

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
Toddy Thomas Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.2 mi
H
Fortuna Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Fortuna Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95540These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.753

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.94%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,122
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.343 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,927
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,739
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.51%

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How this home compares

3554 Merlin Ct 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 71% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Humboldt County

What homes are worth in Fortuna 95540

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

This home
$208K$834K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Fortuna 95540.

How it measures up in Fortuna 95540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fortuna 95540.

Estimated value$469,831
CheaperTypical $394,843Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,402 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 3554 Merlin Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortuna 95540Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,83171% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33584% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,402 ft²38% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac22% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than199574% of homes83% of homes

About 3554 Merlin Ct

How much is 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA is $469,831 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $447,956 to $491,706. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA last sell?

3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA last sold on Apr 8, 2021 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA?

3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,402 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA built?

3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA?

3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA is assigned to Toddy Thomas Middle School (middle), rated D+; Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Fortuna Union High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Fortuna Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA compare to other homes in Fortuna 95540?

Among the 4,602 homes in Fortuna 95540, it is worth more than 71% of them ($469,831 against a typical $394,843), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($335 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,402 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1995 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than 68% 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 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3554 Merlin Ct, Fortuna, CA was $4,502. The county assessed it at $411,322.

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