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$1,384,263$1,775 / 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 86How 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 $378,000 on Nov 25, 2009

1281 CALIFORNIA DR

BURLINGAME, CA 94010
2
Beds
1
Baths
780 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.
3,663 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$378,000 · Nov 25, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,997 (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.$497,674 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$248,837
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,837
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$487,916
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$562,590

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySAN MATEO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley

Transaction History(4)

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(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Burlingame Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Burlingame High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Burlingame Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94010These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.594

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.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,432 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,697
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$259,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

1281 California 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 94% of homes in Burlingame Grove
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Among the smallest homes in Burlingame 94010
  • Among the smallest lots in Burlingame Grove
  • Older than 98% of homes in San Mateo County

What homes are worth in Burlingame 94010

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

This home
$995K$10M

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Burlingame 94010.

How it measures up in Burlingame 94010

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlingame 94010.

Estimated value$1,384,263
CheaperTypical $3,441,272Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1775
CheaperTypical $1447Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area780 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,530 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3,663 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1281 California Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlingame GroveBurlingame 94010San Mateo County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,384,2636% of homes6% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$177583% of homes86% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than780 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,663 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than19184% of homes6% of homes2% of homes

About 1281 California Dr

How much is 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA is $1,384,263 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,184,258 to $1,584,268. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA last sell?

1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA last sold on Nov 25, 2009 for $378,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA?

1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 780 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA built?

1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA?

1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Burlingame Intermediate School (middle), rated A; Burlingame High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Burlingame Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA compare to other homes in Burlingame 94010?

Among the 12,201 homes in Burlingame 94010, it is worth more than 6% of them ($1,384,263 against a typical $3,441,272), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($1775 against a typical $1447), it is bigger than almost none of them (780 ft² against a typical 2,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,663 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1918 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of San Mateo County, it is worth more than 46% 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 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 California Dr, Burlingame, CA was $5,997. The county assessed it at $497,674.

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