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$1,243,979$1,072 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

3544 INDEPENDENCE RD

FREMONT, CA 94538
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,160 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.
0.11 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.2M low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,426 (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.$143,013 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,569
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,444
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,208
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,085,580

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.7 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.minimal

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
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.1955
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)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
E. M. Grimmer Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Irvington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
John M. Horner Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Fremont Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94538These 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.65
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 100.620

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.67,745
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,952 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$137,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,880
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

3544 Independence 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Fremont 94538
  • Older than 96% of homes in Fremont 94538

What homes are worth in Fremont 94538

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

This home
$451K$2M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Fremont 94538.

How it measures up in Fremont 94538

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fremont 94538.

Estimated value$1,243,979
CheaperTypical $1,244,202Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1072
CheaperTypical $866Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,375 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 3544 Independence Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrimmerFremont 94538Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,243,97936% of homes50% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$107276% of homes88% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²30% of homes28% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac15% of homes14% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than19548% of homes4% of homes38% of homes

About 3544 Independence Rd

How much is 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA is $1,243,979 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,155,964 to $1,331,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA last sell?

3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA?

3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA built?

3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA?

3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA is assigned to E. M. Grimmer Elementary School (elementary), rated B; 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 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94538?

Among the 15,977 homes in Fremont 94538, it is worth more than 50% of them ($1,243,979 against a typical $1,244,202), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($1072 against a typical $866), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,375 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1954 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 62% 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 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3544 Independence Rd, Fremont, CA was $2,426. The county assessed it at $143,013.

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