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$703,129$646 / 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 95How 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 $425,000 on May 17, 2006

1523 PALM AVE

RICHMOND, CA 94805
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,088 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$703K
$666K low$740K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$425,000 · May 17, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,669 (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.$601,019 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$487,861
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$113,158
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$589,236

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
68
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
19
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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(6)

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

E
Mira Vista SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94805These 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.92
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 100.614

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,814
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,276 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,376
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,590
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

1523 Palm 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 65% of homes in East Richmond Heights
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Richmond 94805

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

This home
$406K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Richmond 94805.

How it measures up in Richmond 94805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94805.

Estimated value$703,129
CheaperTypical $635,361Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$646
CheaperTypical $493Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 1523 Palm Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Richmond HeightsRichmond 94805Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$703,12935% of homes65% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64679% of homes87% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²22% of homes31% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac40% of homes38% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195146% of homes72% of homes15% of homes

About 1523 Palm Ave

How much is 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA is $703,129 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $665,816 to $740,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA last sell?

1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA last sold on May 17, 2006 for $425,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA?

1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA built?

1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA?

1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA is assigned to Mira Vista School (elementary), rated C+; El Cerrito High School (high), rated B. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94805?

Among the 4,505 homes in Richmond 94805, it is worth more than 65% of them ($703,129 against a typical $635,361), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($646 against a typical $493), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1951 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 45% 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 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1523 Palm Ave, Richmond, CA was $8,669. The county assessed it at $601,019.

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