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$672,770$375 / 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 98How 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

255 ESSEX DR

BRENTWOOD, CA 94513
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,795 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$673K
$657K low$688K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,536 (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.$682,437 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$326,999
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$355,438
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$669,057

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.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
25
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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(7)

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(2)

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

E
Brentwood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
William B. Bristow Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Heritage High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Brentwood Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94513These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.368

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.76,553
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.833 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$129,971
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,579
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 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

255 Essex 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 Brentwood 94513
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Brentwood 94513
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Brentwood 94513
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Brentwood 94513
  • Older than 87% of homes in Brentwood 94513

What homes are worth in Brentwood 94513

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

This home
$428K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Brentwood 94513.

How it measures up in Brentwood 94513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brentwood 94513.

Estimated value$672,770
CheaperTypical $750,540Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$375
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,795 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,271 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 255 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrentwood 94513Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$672,77033% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37573% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,795 ft²26% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac33% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than198913% of homes70% of homes

About 255 Essex Dr

How much is 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA is $672,770 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $657,336 to $688,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA last sell?

255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA last sold on Aug 5, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA?

255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,795 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA built?

255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA?

255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA is assigned to Brentwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; William B. Bristow Middle School (middle), rated B-; Heritage High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Brentwood Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA compare to other homes in Brentwood 94513?

Among the 21,449 homes in Brentwood 94513, it is worth more than 33% of them ($672,770 against a typical $750,540), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($375 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,795 ft² against a typical 2,271 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1989 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 42% 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 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Essex Dr, Brentwood, CA was $7,536. The county assessed it at $682,437.

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