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$465,737$228 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on Jan 26, 2021

44798 MERLIN DR

INDIO, CA 92201
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
2,040 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$466K
$450K low$482K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Jan 26, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,731 (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.$276,017 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,284
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,733
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$270,606
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,840

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.18 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.Contemporary
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Rock / Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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(5)

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
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Indio High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Indio Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Desert Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92201These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.469

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.69,213
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,225 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,775
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,626
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.3 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

44798 Merlin Dr 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 74% of homes in Riverside County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Indio 92201
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Indio 92201
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Indio 92201
  • Older than 91% of homes in Riverside County

What homes are worth in Indio 92201

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

This home
$217K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Indio 92201.

How it measures up in Indio 92201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indio 92201.

Estimated value$465,737
CheaperTypical $458,552Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,623 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 44798 Merlin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndio 92201Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$465,73752% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2289% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²77% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac86% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195911% of homes9% of homes

About 44798 Merlin Dr

How much is 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA is $465,737 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $449,523 to $481,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA last sell?

44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA last sold on Jan 26, 2021 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA?

44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA built?

44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA?

44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA is assigned to Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Indio High School (high), rated C; Indio Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Desert Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA compare to other homes in Indio 92201?

Among the 17,824 homes in Indio 92201, it is worth more than 52% of them ($465,737 against a typical $458,552), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($228 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,623 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1959 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 26% 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 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 44798 Merlin Dr, Indio, CA was $4,731. The county assessed it at $276,017.

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