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$1,033,666$607 / 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 97How 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

438 PALERMO

LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,703 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.
2021
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

$1M
$1M low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,627 (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.$833,459 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$458,618
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$374,841
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$817,117

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.
78
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.
100
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyORANGE
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Rancho Canada Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.2 mi
H
El Toro High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Serrano Intermediate SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Saddleback Valley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92630These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.241

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.63,840
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,834 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,504
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,211
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

438 Palermo 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Orange County
  • Among the newest homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Lake Forest 92630

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

This home
$418K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Lake Forest 92630.

How it measures up in Lake Forest 92630

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Forest 92630.

Estimated value$1,033,666
CheaperTypical $1,176,880Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$607
CheaperTypical $624Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,703 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,779 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 438 Palermo ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Forest 92630Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,033,66636% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60742% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,703 ft²46% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than202197% of homesalmost all homes

About 438 Palermo

How much is 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA is $1,033,666 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,002,821 to $1,064,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA last sell?

438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA?

438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 1,703 square feet of living space.

When was 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA built?

438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA?

438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA is assigned to Rancho Canada Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; El Toro High School (high), rated A-; Serrano Intermediate School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Saddleback Valley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA compare to other homes in Lake Forest 92630?

Among the 20,537 homes in Lake Forest 92630, it is worth more than 36% of them ($1,033,666 against a typical $1,176,880), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($607 against a typical $624), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,703 ft² against a typical 1,779 ft²) and it is newer than 97% of them (2021 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Orange 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 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA was $8,627. The county assessed it at $833,459.

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