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$445,480$318 / ft²
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Last sold for $297,000 on Oct 3, 2005

281 WASHINGTON DR

BRENTWOOD, CA 94513
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,400 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.
1,986 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$445K
$399K low$492K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$297,000 · Oct 3, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,003 (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.$413,970 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$139,378
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,592
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$405,854

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
24
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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(1)

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
Marsh Creek Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Liberty High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
William B. Bristow Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 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

281 Washington 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 97% of homes in Brentwood 94513
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Brentwood 94513
  • Among the smallest lots in Brentwood 94513
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Contra Costa County

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
$426K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 3% 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$445,480
CheaperTypical $749,964Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,257 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size1,986 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 281 Washington Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrentwood 94513Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$445,4803% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31840% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²11% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,986 ft²almost no homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than200573% of homes90% of homes

About 281 Washington Dr

How much is 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA is $445,480 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $399,440 to $491,520. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA last sell?

281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA last sold on Oct 3, 2005 for $297,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA?

281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA built?

281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA?

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

How does 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA compare to other homes in Brentwood 94513?

Among the 21,449 homes in Brentwood 94513, it is worth more than 3% of them ($445,480 against a typical $749,964), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($318 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 2,257 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,986 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (2005 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 11% 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 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Washington Dr, Brentwood, CA was $6,003. The county assessed it at $413,970.

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