CondominiumResidential
1205 Melville Sq
RICHMOND, CA 94804
926 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Built 19834 floors40 units734–1,434 ft²
$18M
All units combinedThe sum of our current value estimates for every unit in the building — roughly what the whole building's homes are worth together.
$449K
Median unit valueThe middle unit value in this building by our estimate: half the units are worth more, half less.
$445
Median $/ft²The middle price per square foot across the building's units, by our current estimates. Useful for comparing units of different sizes.
-19.4%vs the Richmond ZIP median sale $/ft² ($552)
Sales Performance
$480K
Median sale (12 mo)The middle sale price among this building's units that sold in the last 12 months, from recorded deeds.
+1.1%
1-yr changeHow the building's median sale price over the last 12 months compares with the 12 months before that.
3
Sales (12 mo)Units in this building that sold in the last 12 months, from recorded arms-length deeds.
7.5%
Turnover (12 mo)The share of units that changed hands in the last 12 months. Around 4–6% a year is typical; much higher can signal investor churn or a wave of exits.
This building's own appreciationThe building's own appreciation: for every unit that sold twice (held over a year), we compute its yearly price change between the two sales and take the middle value. This is the cleanest read on how this specific building performs, because it compares each unit to itself.
+3.8%per yeartypical hold 7.8 yrsfrom 88 same-unit resales
Median sale price (yearly, all time)Every recorded arms-length sale in the building since records begin, grouped by year: the bars count sales and the line tracks the median price paid.MedianSales
19831989199520012006201320202026
Sale price per ft² (yearly, all time)The middle price per square foot across the building's units, by our current estimates. Useful for comparing units of different sizes.$/ft²
19831989199520012006201320202026
128 arms-length sales on record for this building.
Unit Mix & Floor PlansThe building's recurring floor plans, found by grouping units with identical beds, baths and square footage in county records. Larger groups are the building's standard layouts; leftover units have one-off sizes.
Every unit: size vs estimated valueEvery unit in the building as one dot: across is its size, up is our current value estimate, and color is its bedroom count. Vertical columns of dots are recurring floor plans; the height spread within a column shows how much floor, view and condition move prices for the same layout.
1 bd2 bd3 bd
1 bed
8 units$347K · $473/ft²
2 bed
28 units$453K · $437/ft²
3 bed
4 units$550K · $419/ft²
Recurring floor plansThe building's recurring floor plans, found by grouping units with identical beds, baths and square footage in county records. Larger groups are the building's standard layouts; leftover units have one-off sizes.
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
16 units$446K · $437/ft²
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
8 units$347K · $473/ft²
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
8 units$452K · $447/ft²
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 ft²
4 units$550K · $419/ft²
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,348 ft²
2 units$544K · $404/ft²
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,434 ft²
2 units$496K · $346/ft²
Value DistributionHow the building's units spread across value ranges by our current estimates. A wide spread usually means big differences in size, floor or view.
$330K–$362K
7 units
$375K–$398K
2 units
$404K–$432K
4 units
$433K–$466K
13 units
$470K–$495K
5 units
$523K–$529K
3 units
$538K–$556K
5 units
$605K–$605K
1 unit
Value by Floor & LineAverage estimated price per square foot by floor range, using unit numbers to infer floors. Higher floors usually price higher — the gap shows how much the view is worth here.
Floor 1
$435/ft²9 units · -2%
Floor 2
$447/ft²11 units · +1%
Floor 3
$442/ft²9 units · -1%
Floor 4
$449/ft²11 units · +1%
Unit lines by $/ft²Condo units stacked vertically share a unit line — the last digits of the unit number (like 05 in 1205, 1305, 1405). Lines share a layout and exposure, so comparing estimated $/ft² by line shows which position in the building commands a premium.
Line ·03
$492/ft²4 units · +11%
Line ·08
$477/ft²4 units · +7%
Line ·04
$477/ft²4 units · +7%
Line ·07
$472/ft²4 units · +6%
Line ·02
$448/ft²4 units · +1%
Line ·09
$442/ft²4 units · -1%
Line ·11
$437/ft²4 units · -2%
Line ·01
$410/ft²4 units · -8%
Line ·10
$407/ft²4 units · -9%
Ownership & Financing
Owner-occupiedThe share of units where the owner lives in the unit, per county records. The rest are second homes or rentals.68%
Company-ownedUnits owned through an LLC, trust, or other company — a rough proxy for investor ownership.30%
Typical owner tenureThe middle number of years since each unit last changed hands — how long the current owners have been in place.7.0 yrs
Cash purchases (5 yrs)The share of purchases in the last 5 years with no mortgage recorded. High cash share is common in second-home and investor buildings.29%
Avg. loan-to-valueAverage current loan balance against unit value across the building. Low numbers mean owners hold lots of equity — a sign of financial stability.54%
Median owner equityThe middle dollar amount of equity (value minus loans) unit owners hold in this building.$452,254
Median tax billThe middle annual property tax bill among the building's units.$8,432
Pre-foreclosure noticesUnits with an active pre-foreclosure or foreclosure notice on file.0
Recent SalesThe latest recorded arms-length sales in the building, newest first.
Unit 304Aug 13, 2026$320,000$436/ft²Unit 206Mar 4, 2026$480,000$335/ft²Unit 108Feb 20, 2026$485,000$480/ft²Unit 209Aug 7, 2025$475,000$470/ft²Unit 310Oct 16, 2024$475,000$362/ft²Unit 407Aug 8, 2024$400,000$545/ft²Unit 205Oct 26, 2023$600,000$418/ft²Unit 408Jun 27, 2023$595,000$589/ft²Unit 406May 10, 2023$650,000$482/ft²Unit 210Apr 13, 2023$708,000$540/ft²
Values are TopHap estimates, not appraisals. Sales, ownership and tax figures come from recorded county documents via ATTOM and can lag by several weeks.
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.31
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
HEM
Kennedy High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
Washington Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.9 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi
District: West Contra Costa Unified School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 94804These 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.133
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 100.561
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.44,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,044 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,956
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%
All UnitsEvery property record the county has at this street address, such as the units in a condo building. Prices shown are our estimates, not asking prices.
1205 Melville Sq # 101
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 102
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 103
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 104
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 107
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 108
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 109
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 110
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 111
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 201
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 202
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 203
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 204
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,434 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 206
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,434 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 207
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 208
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 209
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 210
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 211
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 301
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 302
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 303
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 304
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 307
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 308
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 309
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 310
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 311
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 401
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 402
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 403
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 404
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 405
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,348 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 406
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,348 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 407
1 bd · 1 ba · 734 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 408
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 409
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,011 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 410
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 ft²
1205 Melville Sq # 411
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft²
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
About 1205 Melville Sq
How many units are in 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA?
1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA has 40 residential units across 4 floors, built in 1983, according to county assessor records.
What is a unit at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA worth?
The median TopHap Estimate across the 40 units at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA is $448,986. That works out to $445 per square foot. Units run from 734 to 1,434 square feet. Estimates are modelled from recorded sales and assessments, not appraisals.
Is 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA expensive for Richmond?
Units at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA carry a median of $445 per square foot, 19% below the Richmond median of $552 per square foot.
How often do units sell at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA?
3 units at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA sold in the last 12 months, out of 128 recorded arms-length sales all time. That is a turnover rate of 7.5% of the building per year. The median sale over that period was $480K.
Have units at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA appreciated?
Across 88 repeat sales of the same unit, 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA returned a median 3.8% per year. Because each pair is the same unit bought and sold, the figure is not distorted by which units traded. The median owner held for 7.8 years.
What floor plans does 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA have?
The most common plan at 1205 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA is a 2-bedroom of 1,022 square feet, repeated 16 times, with a median estimate of $446,431. TopHap identifies 6 recurring plans in the building.
Closest homes
- 1205 Melville Sq$448K1 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $490K · Dec 2018
- 1205 Melville Sq$431K3 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1205 Melville Sq$463K5 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $509K · Mar 2020
- 1205 Melville Sq$434K33 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $462K · Nov 2018
- 1205 Melville Sq$441K37 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $338K · May 2015
- 1205 Melville Sq$404K37 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $152K · Apr 2012
- 1205 Melville Sq$398K38 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $470K · Oct 2021
- 1205 Melville Sq$529K45 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,022 ft² · Sold $580K · Aug 2021
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