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$3,349,269$1,484 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1540 HOWARD AVE

BURLINGAME, CA 94010
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,257 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$3.3M
$3.1M low$3.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,056 (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.$655,389 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$351,413
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$303,976
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$642,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,115,170

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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Bungalow
CountySAN MATEO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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
Burlingame High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Burlingame Intermediate SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 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

1540 Howard 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 more than 89% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Older than 96% 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
$927K$10M

This home is worth more than 48% 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$3,349,269
CheaperTypical $3,445,320Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1484
CheaperTypical $1443Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,510 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1540 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlingame ParkBurlingame 94010San Mateo County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,349,26957% of homes48% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$148461% of homes56% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,257 ft²54% of homes42% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac52% of homes43% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than192543% of homes17% of homes4% of homes

About 1540 Howard Ave

How much is 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA is $3,349,269 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $3,134,287 to $3,564,251. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA last sell?

1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA?

1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,257 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA built?

1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA?

1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA is assigned to Burlingame High School (high), rated A+; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Burlingame Intermediate School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Burlingame Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA compare to other homes in Burlingame 94010?

Among the 12,200 homes in Burlingame 94010, it is worth more than 48% of them ($3,349,269 against a typical $3,445,320), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($1484 against a typical $1443), it is bigger than 42% of them (2,257 ft² against a typical 2,510 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1925 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of San Mateo County, it is worth more than 89% 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 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1540 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA was $8,056. The county assessed it at $655,389.

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