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$579,647$487 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $370,000 on Aug 25, 2004

257 S 42ND ST

RICHMOND, CA 94804
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,190 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.
3,700 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$580K
$555K low$604K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Aug 25, 2004
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$176,647
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$141,318
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.74%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$403,000
CMG MORTGAGE INC · recorded Apr 12, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,290 (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.$526,044 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$255,913
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$270,131
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$515,731

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.27
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
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.8 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.0.09
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(3)

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
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

257 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 73% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Park Plaza
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Newer than 92% of 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.

This home
$337K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 61% 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$579,647
CheaperTypical $542,206Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$487
CheaperTypical $480Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size3,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 257 S 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark PlazaRichmond 94804Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,64770% of homes61% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48777% of homes53% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,190 ft²36% of homes50% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,700 ft²21% of homes35% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than196792% of homes70% of homes36% of homes

About 257 S 42nd St

How much is 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA is $579,647 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $555,336 to $603,958. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA last sell?

257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA last sold on Aug 25, 2004 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,190 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA built?

257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

257 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 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94804?

Among the 11,870 homes in Richmond 94804, it is worth more than 61% of them ($579,647 against a typical $542,206), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($487 against a typical $480), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,190 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (3,700 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1967 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 27% 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 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 S 42nd St, Richmond, CA was $14,290. The county assessed it at $526,044.

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