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$1,519,036$1,070 / ft²
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Last sold for $870,000 on Aug 20, 2012

1437 ALMA ST

PALO ALTO, CA 94301
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,420 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.
900 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.4M 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.$870,000 · Aug 20, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,780 (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.$1,092,756 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$546,378
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$546,378
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,071,330

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.34
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
60
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Condominium
CountySANTA CLARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Palo Alto High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Walter Hays Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Frank S. Greene Jr Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Palo Alto Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94301These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.450

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
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.18,260
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,497 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$189,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$274,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 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

1437 Alma St 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Old Palo Alto
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Old Palo Alto
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Old Palo Alto
  • Among the smallest lots in Old Palo Alto
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Palo Alto 94301

What homes are worth in Palo Alto 94301

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

This home
$1.1M$10M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Palo Alto 94301.

How it measures up in Palo Alto 94301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palo Alto 94301.

Estimated value$1,519,036
CheaperTypical $4,429,689Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1070
CheaperTypical $2014Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,420 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size900 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 1437 Alma St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Palo AltoPalo Alto 94301Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,519,036almost no homes7% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1070almost no homes5% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,420 ft²13% of homes22% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than900 ft²almost no homes5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198675% of homes78% of homes75% of homes

About 1437 Alma St

How much is 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA is $1,519,036 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,443,042 to $1,595,030. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA last sell?

1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA last sold on Aug 20, 2012 for $870,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA?

1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,420 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA built?

1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA?

1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA is assigned to Palo Alto High School (high), rated A+; Walter Hays Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Frank S. Greene Jr Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Palo Alto Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA compare to other homes in Palo Alto 94301?

Among the 5,325 homes in Palo Alto 94301, it is worth more than 7% of them ($1,519,036 against a typical $4,429,689), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($1070 against a typical $2014), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,420 ft² against a typical 2,182 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (900 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1986 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 50% 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 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1437 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA was $13,780. The county assessed it at $1,092,756.

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