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$987,614$437 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $790,000 on Mar 20, 2018

1944 HOWE DR

CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94578
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,262 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$988K
$916K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$790,000 · Mar 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,281 (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.$916,841 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$275,052
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$641,789
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$898,868
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$893,070

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.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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(6)

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
Jefferson Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
San Leandro High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Bancroft Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: San Leandro 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%

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How this home compares

1944 Howe Dr 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 San Leandro 94578
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Castro Valley
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in San Leandro 94578
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in San Leandro 94578
  • Older than 94% of homes in Castro Valley

What homes are worth in San Leandro 94578

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

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$336K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% 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$987,614
CheaperTypical $731,118Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$437
CheaperTypical $540Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1944 Howe Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastro ValleySan Leandro 94578Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$987,61442% of homes93% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4375% of homes14% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,262 ft²77% of homes90% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac78% of homes87% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than19426% of homes13% of homes25% of homes

About 1944 Howe Dr

How much is 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA is $987,614 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $916,248 to $1,058,980. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA last sell?

1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA last sold on Mar 20, 2018 for $790,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA?

1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,262 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA built?

1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA?

1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; San Leandro High School (high), rated C; Bancroft Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in San Leandro Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA compare to other homes in San Leandro 94578?

Among the 7,932 homes in San Leandro 94578, it is worth more than 93% of them ($987,614 against a typical $731,118), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($437 against a typical $540), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,262 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1942 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 46% 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 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1944 Howe Dr, Castro Valley, CA was $13,281. The county assessed it at $916,841.

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