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$2,324,499$591 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $1,400,000 on Mar 16, 2005

2197 BESS AVE

LIVERMORE, CA 94550
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,935 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.3M
$2.2M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,400,000 · Mar 16, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,210 (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.$1,983,310 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$597,093
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,393,217
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,944,291
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,058,030

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.9 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.0.44
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.Yes

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
Sunset Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Granada High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
William Mendenhall Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94550These 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.61
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 100.379

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.50,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.117 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$164,249
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$195,822
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.77%

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How this home compares

2197 Bess 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 94% of homes in Livermore 94550
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Tapestry
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Livermore 94550
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Tapestry

What homes are worth in Livermore 94550

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

This home
$417K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Livermore 94550.

How it measures up in Livermore 94550

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Livermore 94550.

Estimated value$2,324,499
CheaperTypical $1,207,771Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$591
CheaperTypical $661Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area3,935 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,818 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 2197 Bess Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTapestryLivermore 94550Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,324,49989% of homes94% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59116% of homes19% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than3,935 ft²84% of homes96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac62% of homes90% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than199997% of homes79% of homes86% of homes

About 2197 Bess Ave

How much is 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA is $2,324,499 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,232,640 to $2,416,358. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA last sell?

2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA last sold on Mar 16, 2005 for $1,400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA?

2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,935 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA built?

2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA?

2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA is assigned to Sunset Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Granada High School (high), rated A; William Mendenhall Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA compare to other homes in Livermore 94550?

Among the 16,032 homes in Livermore 94550, it is worth more than 94% of them ($2,324,499 against a typical $1,207,771), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($591 against a typical $661), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,935 ft² against a typical 1,818 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1999 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 94% 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 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2197 Bess Ave, Livermore, CA was $23,210. The county assessed it at $1,983,310.

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