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$1,252,782$871 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $570,000 on Aug 29, 2013

242 GRAU DR

FREMONT, CA 94536
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,439 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.
3,795 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$570,000 · Aug 29, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,286 (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.$739,562 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$218,806
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$527,756
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$724,926
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,090,530

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.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Niles Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Centerville Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Washington High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Fremont Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94536These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.557

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.70,570
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,640 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,557
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 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

242 Grau 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 less than 67% of homes in Niles
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Niles
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Fremont 94536
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Fremont 94536

What homes are worth in Fremont 94536

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

This home
$436K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Fremont 94536.

How it measures up in Fremont 94536

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fremont 94536.

Estimated value$1,252,782
CheaperTypical $1,371,443Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$871
CheaperTypical $857Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,439 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size3,795 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 242 Grau Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNilesFremont 94536Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,252,78233% of homes40% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$87153% of homes54% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,439 ft²34% of homes42% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,795 ft²22% of homes17% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than198564% of homes75% of homes73% of homes

About 242 Grau Dr

How much is 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA is $1,252,782 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,149,072 to $1,356,492. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA last sell?

242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA last sold on Aug 29, 2013 for $570,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA?

242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,439 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA built?

242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA?

242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA is assigned to Niles Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Centerville Middle School (middle), rated A-; Washington High School (high), rated A. All sit in Fremont Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94536?

Among the 18,769 homes in Fremont 94536, it is worth more than 40% of them ($1,252,782 against a typical $1,371,443), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($871 against a typical $857), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,439 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,795 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1985 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 63% 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 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Grau Dr, Fremont, CA was $9,286. The county assessed it at $739,562.

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