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$928,000

12431 Merrill St Garden Grove, CA 92840

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,120 sqft
0.2 acres
$829 / sqft
House

Property details

About 12431 Merrill St

Welcome to your next great investment! This diamond in the rough is nestled in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods, offering incredible value and endless potential. With a spacious lot, preliminary ADU plans already in place, and room to reimagine or rebuild, this property is perfect for savvy investors or cash buyers looking to unlock serious upside. Whether you're looking to renovate, expand, or develop, this property is a blank canvas in a location that supports strong resale or rental value due to its large lot size.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size1,120 sqft
Lot size0.1683 Acres
Year built1955
MLS #OC25152931
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior: All Bedrooms Down
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $928,000
  • Price/SqFt: $828
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,006
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: East on Lampson, Left on Merrill near intersection of Lampson and West
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,120 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1683 Acres
  • MLS Number: OC25152931
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Pacific One Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (949) 891-3687
  • Listing Agent: Thomas Tran

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 08, 2011
Home Sold
$340,000
Apr 12, 2005
Home Sold
$492,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$418,680$6,006
2023$410,471$5,313
2022$402,423$5,195
2021$394,533$5,123
2020$390,488$5,437
2019$382,832$4,873
2018$375,326$4,873
2017$367,967$4,932

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

C. C. Violette Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.1 mi

12091 Lampson Ave

6

Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.3 mi

12181 West St

6

Earl Warren Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.8 mi

12871 Estock Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,431. The most common annual income of people living in Garden Grove, CA is between $35k-100k. Most families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

26%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

22%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
42%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • NissanNissan
  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 12431 Merrill St

The listing price of 12431 Merrill St property is $928,000.

The property 12431 Merrill St is a house located in Garden Grove, California, 92840.

Active Listing: 12431 Merrill St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 12431 Merrill St are: C. C. Violette Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Genevieve M. Crosby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Earl Warren Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Izaak Walton Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Leroy L. Doig Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Garden Grove High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Santiago High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Samueli Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,006 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 8, 2011 for $340,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 12431 Merrill St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 12431 Merrill St is 1,120 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 12431 Merrill St is 1955.

This home is located at 12431 Merrill St in Garden Grove, CA and zip code 92840. This 1,120 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $928,000.

While more than 33 listings in Garden Grove, CA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 4 listings sold at asking price, and more than 14 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Garden Grove, CA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 2%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 18 days, the median list price was $950,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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