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$3,925,383$1,282 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $3,650,000 on Apr 8, 2024

242 PALM DR

PIEDMONT, CA 94610
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,062 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.9M
$3.6M low$4.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,650,000 · Apr 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$50,582 (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.$3,790,460 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,139,238
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,658,222
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,716,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,134,620

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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(10)

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
Wildwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Piedmont High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Piedmont Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi

District: Piedmont City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94610These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.507

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
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.31,044
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,514
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$172,604
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%

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How this home compares

242 Palm 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Oakland 94610
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Oakland 94610
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Alameda County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Alameda County

What homes are worth in Oakland 94610

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

This home
$265K$3.5M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Oakland 94610.

How it measures up in Oakland 94610

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oakland 94610.

Estimated value$3,925,383
CheaperTypical $1,221,572Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1282
CheaperTypical $658Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area3,062 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,845 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 242 Palm Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakland 94610Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,925,383almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$128298% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than3,062 ft²84% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac63% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than192652% of homes18% of homes

About 242 Palm Dr

How much is 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA is $3,925,383 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $3,635,511 to $4,215,255. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA last sell?

242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA last sold on Apr 8, 2024 for $3,650,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA?

242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,062 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA built?

242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA?

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

How does 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA compare to other homes in Oakland 94610?

Among the 7,525 homes in Oakland 94610, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,925,383 against a typical $1,221,572), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($1282 against a typical $658), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,062 ft² against a typical 1,845 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1926 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than almost all 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 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Palm Dr, Piedmont, CA was $50,582. The county assessed it at $3,790,460.

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