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$741,860$442 / 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 $549,000 on Jun 1, 2005

28962 RUUS RD

HAYWARD, CA 94544
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,678 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
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.

Valuation

$742K
$710K low$773K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$549,000 · Jun 1, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,694 (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.$810,339 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$390,953
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$419,386
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$794,454
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$894,330

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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 · 0.5 mi
M
Cesar Chavez Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Tennyson High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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%

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

28962 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 74% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Tennyson-Alquire
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Tennyson-Alquire
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Hayward 94544
  • Older than 74% 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
$410K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 44% 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$741,860
CheaperTypical $769,284Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$442
CheaperTypical $590Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,678 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,335 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 28962 Ruus Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTennyson-AlquireHayward 94544Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$741,86041% of homes44% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4425% of homes8% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,678 ft²75% of homes73% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac27% of homes13% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195426% of homes34% of homes37% of homes

About 28962 Ruus Rd

How much is 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA is $741,860 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $710,232 to $773,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sell?

28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sold on Jun 1, 2005 for $549,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,678 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA built?

28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28962 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 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA compare to other homes in Hayward 94544?

Among the 15,682 homes in Hayward 94544, it is worth more than 44% of them ($741,860 against a typical $769,284), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($442 against a typical $590), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,678 ft² against a typical 1,335 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1954 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 26% 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 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28962 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was $9,694. The county assessed it at $810,339.

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