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$1,499,970$782 / 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 98How 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 $1,330,000 on Sep 15, 2022

48 PAPERWHITE

IRVINE, CA 92603
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,918 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.
2003
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

$1.5M
$1.5M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,330,000 · Sep 15, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,679 (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.$1,411,406 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,132,166
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$279,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,383,732

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
17
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.

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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(4)

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(5)

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

E
Alderwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Rancho San Joaquin Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
University High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Irvine Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92603These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.303

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.19,859
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,877 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$178,441
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$221,126
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

48 Paperwhite 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 73% of homes in Irvine 92603
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Irvine 92603
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Irvine 92603

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

This home
$969K$10M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Irvine 92603.

How it measures up in Irvine 92603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Irvine 92603.

Estimated value$1,499,970
CheaperTypical $2,299,323Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$782
CheaperTypical $1010Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,918 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 48 Paperwhite ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeQuail HillIrvine 92603Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,499,97056% of homes27% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78246% of homes14% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,918 ft²55% of homes39% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than200356% of homes73% of homes88% of homes

About 48 Paperwhite

How much is 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA is $1,499,970 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,463,558 to $1,536,382. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA last sell?

48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA last sold on Sep 15, 2022 for $1,330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA?

48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,918 square feet of living space.

When was 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA built?

48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a condo/apartment home.

What schools serve 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA?

48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA is assigned to Alderwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rancho San Joaquin Middle School (middle), rated A+; University High School (high), rated A. All sit in Irvine Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA compare to other homes in Irvine 92603?

Among the 6,224 homes in Irvine 92603, it is worth more than 27% of them ($1,499,970 against a typical $2,299,323), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($782 against a typical $1010), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,918 ft² against a typical 2,150 ft²) and it is newer than 73% of them (2003 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 72% 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 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Paperwhite, Irvine, CA was $15,679. The county assessed it at $1,411,406.

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