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$839,998$344 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $165,500 on Sep 29, 1995

16542 RUSSELL CT

CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94578
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,442 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.
3,931 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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.

Valuation

$840K
$768K low$912K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,500 · Sep 29, 1995
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$674,998
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$539,998
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.16%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$165,000
FREMONT BANK · recorded May 4, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,065 (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.$273,419 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$267,921
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$822,420

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.Custom Design
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Edendale Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
San Lorenzo High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Corvallis Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi

District: San Lorenzo Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94578These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.654

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,333 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,481
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,965
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

16542 Russell Ct 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 78% of homes in Castro Valley
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Castro Valley
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in San Leandro 94578
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Castro Valley
  • Newer than 84% of homes in San Leandro 94578

What homes are worth in San Leandro 94578

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

This home
$368K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in San Leandro 94578.

How it measures up in San Leandro 94578

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Leandro 94578.

Estimated value$839,998
CheaperTypical $743,071Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $551Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,442 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3,931 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 16542 Russell Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastro ValleySan Leandro 94578Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$839,99822% of homes73% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$344almost no homes2% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,442 ft²83% of homes92% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,931 ft²8% of homes9% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than197870% of homes84% of homes66% of homes

About 16542 Russell Ct

How much is 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA is $839,998 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $768,173 to $911,823. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA last sell?

16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA last sold on Sep 29, 1995 for $165,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA?

16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,442 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA built?

16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA?

16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA is assigned to Edendale Middle School (middle), rated F; San Lorenzo High School (high), rated C-; Corvallis Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in San Lorenzo Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA compare to other homes in San Leandro 94578?

Among the 7,940 homes in San Leandro 94578, it is worth more than 73% of them ($839,998 against a typical $743,071), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($344 against a typical $551), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,442 ft² against a typical 1,342 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (3,931 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1978 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 35% 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 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16542 Russell Ct, Castro Valley, CA was $4,065. The county assessed it at $273,419.

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