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$466,704$274 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

7 MERLE CT

CHICO, CA 95928
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,701 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$467K
$436K low$497K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,907 (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.$170,940 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,832
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,108
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$167,589
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$403,290

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.16 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.Modern
CountyBUTTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Parkview Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Harry M. Marsh Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Chico High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Chico Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95928These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.252 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,031
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,135
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

7 Merle 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 68% of homes in Butte County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Butte County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Butte County

What homes are worth in Chico 95928

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

This home
$185K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Chico 95928.

How it measures up in Chico 95928

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chico 95928.

Estimated value$466,704
CheaperTypical $446,407Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,701 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 7 Merle Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChico 95928Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$466,70455% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27437% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,701 ft²57% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac55% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than197942% of homes47% of homes

About 7 Merle Ct

How much is 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA is $466,704 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $436,422 to $496,986. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA last sell?

7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA?

7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,701 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA built?

7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a modern home.

What schools serve 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA?

7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA is assigned to Parkview Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Harry M. Marsh Junior High School (middle), rated A-; Chico High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chico Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA compare to other homes in Chico 95928?

Among the 10,156 homes in Chico 95928, it is worth more than 55% of them ($466,704 against a typical $446,407), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($274 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,701 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1979 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Butte 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 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7 Merle Ct, Chico, CA was $1,907. The county assessed it at $170,940.

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