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$1,337,942$1,520 / 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 91How 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 $545,000 on Aug 11, 2003

10196 EMPIRE AVE

CUPERTINO, CA 95014
3
Beds
1
Baths
880 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.
3,825 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$545,000 · Aug 11, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,032 (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.$790,354 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$507,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,784
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$774,858

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.35
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
41
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.undetermined

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountySANTA CLARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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
Stevens Creek ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Monta Vista High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Kennedy Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Cupertino Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95014These 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.78
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 100.512

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
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.61,980
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,152 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$196,708
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$250,202
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

10196 Empire Ave 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 86% of homes in Cupertino 95014
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Cupertino 95014
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Cupertino 95014
  • Older than 87% of homes in Cupertino 95014

What homes are worth in Cupertino 95014

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

This home
$844K$4.8M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Cupertino 95014.

How it measures up in Cupertino 95014

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cupertino 95014.

Estimated value$1,337,942
CheaperTypical $2,779,386Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1520
CheaperTypical $1370Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,890 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size3,825 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 10196 Empire Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCupertino 95014Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,337,94214% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$152067% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than880 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,825 ft²21% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195613% of homes21% of homes

About 10196 Empire Ave

How much is 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA is $1,337,942 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,220,263 to $1,455,621. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA last sell?

10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA last sold on Aug 11, 2003 for $545,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA?

10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 880 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA built?

10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA?

10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA is assigned to Stevens Creek Elementary (elementary), rated A; Monta Vista High School (high), rated A+; Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Cupertino Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA compare to other homes in Cupertino 95014?

Among the 16,326 homes in Cupertino 95014, it is worth more than 14% of them ($1,337,942 against a typical $2,779,386), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($1520 against a typical $1370), it is bigger than 2% of them (880 ft² against a typical 1,890 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (3,825 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1956 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 40% 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 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10196 Empire Ave, Cupertino, CA was $10,032. The county assessed it at $790,354.

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