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$796,145$490 / 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
Last sold for $157,500 on Jul 29, 1997

8437 HANDEL DR

BUENA PARK, CA 90621
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,624 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$796K
$769K low$824K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,500 · Jul 29, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,339 (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.$263,131 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$184,510
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$78,621
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$257,972

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.37
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
19
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
83
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
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(3)

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
James A. Whitaker Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Buena Park High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Gordon H. Beatty Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Buena Park Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90621These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.342

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.98%
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.10%
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.36,183
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,629 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,004
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,100
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 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

8437 Handel 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 79% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Orange County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Buena Park 90621

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

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$541K$2M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Buena Park 90621.

How it measures up in Buena Park 90621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buena Park 90621.

Estimated value$796,145
CheaperTypical $841,204Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$490
CheaperTypical $543Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 8437 Handel Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuena Park 90621Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$796,14540% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49021% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,624 ft²50% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac46% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than194815% of homes4% of homes

About 8437 Handel Dr

How much is 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA is $796,145 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $768,568 to $823,722. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA last sell?

8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA last sold on Jul 29, 1997 for $157,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA?

8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,624 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA built?

8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA?

8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA is assigned to James A. Whitaker Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Buena Park High School (high), rated C; Gordon H. Beatty Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Buena Park Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA compare to other homes in Buena Park 90621?

Among the 6,304 homes in Buena Park 90621, it is worth more than 40% of them ($796,145 against a typical $841,204), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($490 against a typical $543), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,624 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1948 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 21% 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 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8437 Handel Dr, Buena Park, CA was $3,339. The county assessed it at $263,131.

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