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$617,786$296 / 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 95How 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 $475,000 on Sep 23, 2020

896 BARKER DR

MERLIN, OR 97532
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,087 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.
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$618K
$589K low$647K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$475,000 · Sep 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,949 (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.$395,950 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$384,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$713,410

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.Single Family Residence
CountyJosephine
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Mixed
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.

H
North Valley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Fleming Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Manzanita Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.0 mi

District: Three Rivers School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 97532These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.202

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.2,774
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

896 Barker 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 more than 86% of homes in Josephine County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Josephine County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Josephine County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Merlin 97532
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Merlin 97532

What homes are worth in Merlin 97532

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

This home
$201K$976K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Merlin 97532.

How it measures up in Merlin 97532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merlin 97532.

Estimated value$617,786
CheaperTypical $494,297Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$296
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,087 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,714 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 896 Barker Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerlinMerlin 97532Josephine County
Estimated valuepricier than$617,78676% of homes77% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29665% of homes67% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than2,087 ft²70% of homes72% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac48% of homes35% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than200179% of homes81% of homes78% of homes

About 896 Barker Dr

How much is 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR is $617,786 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $588,666 to $646,906. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR last sell?

896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR last sold on Sep 23, 2020 for $475,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR?

896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,087 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR built?

896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR?

896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR is assigned to North Valley High School (high), rated C+; Fleming Middle School (middle), rated C-; Manzanita Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Three Rivers School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR compare to other homes in Merlin 97532?

Among the 1,124 homes in Merlin 97532, it is worth more than 77% of them ($617,786 against a typical $494,297), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($296 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,087 ft² against a typical 1,714 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2001 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Josephine County, it is worth more than 86% 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 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 896 Barker Dr, Merlin, OR was $2,949. The county assessed it at $395,950.

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