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$859,460$436 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1556 SANTA CLARA ST

RICHMOND, CA 94804
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,971 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.
0.14 ac
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.
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

$859K
$794K low$925K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,967 (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.$364,252 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$194,504
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$169,748
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$357,111

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.19
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

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

E
Fairmont Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94804These 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.133
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 100.561

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.44,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,044 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,956
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1556 Santa Clara 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.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Richmond Annex
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Richmond Annex

What homes are worth in Richmond 94804

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

This home
$338K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Richmond 94804.

How it measures up in Richmond 94804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94804.

Estimated value$859,460
CheaperTypical $542,042Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$436
CheaperTypical $480Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,971 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 1556 Santa Clara St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond AnnexRichmond 94804Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$859,46078% of homes93% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4365% of homes36% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,971 ft²87% of homes91% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac88% of homes91% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than195689% of homes56% of homes23% of homes

About 1556 Santa Clara St

How much is 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA is $859,460 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $794,173 to $924,747. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA last sell?

1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA?

1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,971 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA built?

1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA?

1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA is assigned to Fairmont Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (middle), 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 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94804?

Among the 11,870 homes in Richmond 94804, it is worth more than 93% of them ($859,460 against a typical $542,042), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($436 against a typical $480), it is bigger than 91% of them (1,971 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1956 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 59% 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 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1556 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA was $5,967. The county assessed it at $364,252.

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