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$474,312$196 / 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
Last sold for $456,084 on Oct 3, 2023

8257 MERLIN PL

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,415 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$474K
$447K low$502K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$456,084 · Oct 3, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,623 (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.$481,650 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,932
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$381,718
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$445,037
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$481,650

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%

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
CountyNUECES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 536 ft²Outdoor kitchen

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
E.E. and Jovita Mireles Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Veterans Memorial High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Harold C. Kaffie Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Corpus Christi Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78414These 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.42
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,698
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,718 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,886
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,937
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

8257 Merlin 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 93% of homes in South Side
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in South Side
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Nueces County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Corpus Christi 78414
  • Among the newest homes in South Side

What homes are worth in Corpus Christi 78414

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

This home
$173K$735K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Corpus Christi 78414.

How it measures up in Corpus Christi 78414

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Corpus Christi 78414.

Estimated value$474,312
CheaperTypical $322,855Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area2,415 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,925 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 8257 Merlin Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth SideCorpus Christi 78414Nueces County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,31293% of homes89% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19694% of homes90% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,415 ft²83% of homes79% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac81% of homes84% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 8257 Merlin Pl

How much is 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX is $474,312 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $446,850 to $501,774. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX last sell?

8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX last sold on Oct 3, 2023 for $456,084, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX?

8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,415 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX built?

8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX?

8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX is assigned to E.E. and Jovita Mireles Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Veterans Memorial High School (high), rated B; Harold C. Kaffie Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Corpus Christi Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX compare to other homes in Corpus Christi 78414?

Among the 16,051 homes in Corpus Christi 78414, it is worth more than 89% of them ($474,312 against a typical $322,855), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($196 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,415 ft² against a typical 1,925 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Nueces County, it is worth more than 87% 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 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8257 Merlin Pl, Corpus Christi, TX was $7,623. The county assessed it at $481,650.

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