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$826,663$572 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Nov 19, 2010

28480 RUUS RD

HAYWARD, CA 94544
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,444 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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.

Valuation

$827K
$789K low$865K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Nov 19, 2010
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.$566,663
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$453,330
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.32%
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.$260,000
UNITED WHOLESALE MTG · recorded Dec 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,353 (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.$345,814 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,844
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,896
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$741,150

Climate Risk

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.11%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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
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.1956
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.

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

E
Ruus Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Cesar Chavez Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Tennyson High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Hayward Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94544These 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.74
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 100.615

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
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.78,842
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,902 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,392
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,897
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 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

28480 Ruus Rd 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 66% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Hayward 94544
  • Older than 66% of homes in Tennyson-Alquire

What homes are worth in Hayward 94544

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

This home
$412K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Hayward 94544.

How it measures up in Hayward 94544

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hayward 94544.

Estimated value$826,663
CheaperTypical $770,463Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$572
CheaperTypical $590Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,335 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 28480 Ruus Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTennyson-AlquireHayward 94544Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$826,66358% of homes61% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57239% of homes42% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²57% of homes57% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac60% of homes29% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195534% of homes45% of homes39% of homes

About 28480 Ruus Rd

How much is 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA is $826,663 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $788,655 to $864,671. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sell?

28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sold on Nov 19, 2010 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA built?

28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA is assigned to Ruus Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Cesar Chavez Middle School (middle), rated D; Tennyson High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Hayward Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA compare to other homes in Hayward 94544?

Among the 15,683 homes in Hayward 94544, it is worth more than 61% of them ($826,663 against a typical $770,463), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($572 against a typical $590), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,335 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1955 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 34% 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 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28480 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was $4,353. The county assessed it at $345,814.

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