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$461,216$497 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $60,000 on Oct 28, 2015

253 S 42ND ST

RICHMOND, CA 94804
3
Beds
2
Baths
928 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$461K
$440K low$483K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Oct 28, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,202 (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.$266,355 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,148
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,207
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,133

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.21
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
King Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
DeJean Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94804These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.561

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.44,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,044 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,956
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

253 S 42nd St 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 87% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Park Plaza
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Park Plaza
  • Among the newest homes in Park Plaza

What homes are worth in Richmond 94804

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

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$310K$1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Richmond 94804.

How it measures up in Richmond 94804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94804.

Estimated value$461,216
CheaperTypical $535,926Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$497
CheaperTypical $467Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area928 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 253 S 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark PlazaRichmond 94804Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$461,21633% of homes30% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49781% of homes61% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than928 ft²20% of homes24% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²5% of homes25% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than1995almost all homes90% of homes78% of homes

About 253 S 42nd St

How much is 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA is $461,216 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $439,906 to $482,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA last sell?

253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA last sold on Oct 28, 2015 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 928 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA built?

253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA is assigned to King Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Kennedy High School (high), rated D; DeJean Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94804?

Among the 11,872 homes in Richmond 94804, it is worth more than 30% of them ($461,216 against a typical $535,926), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($497 against a typical $467), it is bigger than 24% of them (928 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1995 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 13% 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 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA was $5,202. The county assessed it at $266,355.

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