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$1,179,656$555 / 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 94How 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 $650,000 on Oct 7, 2005

28974 RUUS RD

HAYWARD, CA 94544
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,126 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.
3,990 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$650,000 · Oct 7, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,508 (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.$905,956 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$271,787
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$634,169
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$888,198
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$949,050

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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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%

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How this home compares

28974 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 more than 92% of homes in Hayward 94544
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Alameda County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Tennyson-Alquire
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Hayward 94544
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Alameda County

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 92% 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$1,179,656
CheaperTypical $770,006Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$555
CheaperTypical $591Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,126 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,335 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size3,990 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 28974 Ruus Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTennyson-AlquireHayward 94544Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,179,65690% of homes92% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55530% of homes35% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,126 ft²90% of homes88% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,990 ft²17% of homes9% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than199572% of homes79% of homes83% of homes

About 28974 Ruus Rd

How much is 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA is $1,179,656 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,114,085 to $1,245,227. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sell?

28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA last sold on Oct 7, 2005 for $650,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,126 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA built?

28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

28974 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 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA compare to other homes in Hayward 94544?

Among the 15,677 homes in Hayward 94544, it is worth more than 92% of them ($1,179,656 against a typical $770,006), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($555 against a typical $591), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,126 ft² against a typical 1,335 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (3,990 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1995 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 58% 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 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28974 Ruus Rd, Hayward, CA was $11,508. The county assessed it at $905,956.

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