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$1,758,139$1,044 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,368,000 on Nov 16, 2018

281 MERRILL AVE

FREMONT, CA 94539
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,684 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.8M
$1.6M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,368,000 · Nov 16, 2018
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.126%
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.$1,094,400
WELLS FARGO BANK NA · recorded Nov 16, 2018
2nd 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.$1,295,000
BANK OF AMERICA NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,697 (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.$1,556,524 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$568,905
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$987,619
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,526,004
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,583,460

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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(8)

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(3)

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

E
James Leitch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.4 mi
H
Irvington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
John M. Horner Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Fremont Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94539These 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.25
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.683

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.52,775
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,599 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,911
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$222,193
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

281 Merrill Ave 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 more than 86% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Fremont 94539
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Warm Springs
  • Older than 86% of homes in Warm Springs

What homes are worth in Fremont 94539

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

This home
$584K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Fremont 94539.

How it measures up in Fremont 94539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fremont 94539.

Estimated value$1,758,139
CheaperTypical $2,077,967Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1044
CheaperTypical $1026Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,684 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,021 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 281 Merrill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWarm SpringsFremont 94539Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,758,13963% of homes35% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$104471% of homes53% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,684 ft²58% of homes31% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac25% of homes27% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than196214% of homes14% of homes49% of homes

About 281 Merrill Ave

How much is 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA is $1,758,139 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,629,671 to $1,886,607. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA last sell?

281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA last sold on Nov 16, 2018 for $1,368,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA?

281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,684 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA built?

281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA?

281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA is assigned to James Leitch Elementary School (elementary); Irvington High School (high), rated A+; John M. Horner Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Fremont Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94539?

Among the 17,328 homes in Fremont 94539, it is worth more than 35% of them ($1,758,139 against a typical $2,077,967), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($1044 against a typical $1026), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,684 ft² against a typical 2,021 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1962 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 86% 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 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA was $18,697. The county assessed it at $1,556,524.

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