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$1,611,164$1,201 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,580,000 on Mar 5, 2026

3836 E RUTH PL

ORANGE, CA 92869
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,342 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,580,000 · Mar 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,346 (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.$979,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$901,716
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,484
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$938,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Traditional/Old
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Jordan Academy of Language & Computer ScienceC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
El Modena High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Santiago Charter Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Santiago Charter Middle District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92869These 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.58
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 100.289

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.36,047
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,081 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,929
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,795
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3836 E Ruth 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 82% of homes in Orange 92869
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Orange 92869
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Orange 92869
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Orange County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Orange 92869

What homes are worth in Orange 92869

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

This home
$462K$3M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Orange 92869.

How it measures up in Orange 92869

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 92869.

Estimated value$1,611,164
CheaperTypical $1,166,957Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1201
CheaperTypical $600Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,857 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 3836 E Ruth Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 92869Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,611,16482% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1201almost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,342 ft²23% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac86% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than196011% of homes20% of homes

About 3836 E Ruth Pl

How much is 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA is $1,611,164 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,466,564 to $1,755,764. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA last sell?

3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA last sold on Mar 5, 2026 for $1,580,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA?

3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,342 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA built?

3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA?

3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA is assigned to Jordan Academy of Language & Computer Science (elementary), rated C+; El Modena High School (high), rated A-; Santiago Charter Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Santiago Charter Middle District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA compare to other homes in Orange 92869?

Among the 10,937 homes in Orange 92869, it is worth more than 82% of them ($1,611,164 against a typical $1,166,957), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1201 against a typical $600), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,342 ft² against a typical 1,857 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1960 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 80% 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 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA was $10,346. The county assessed it at $979,200.

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