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$1,033,847$979 / 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 92How 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 $545,000 on Apr 12, 2007

3697 HOWE CT

FREMONT, CA 94538
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,056 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.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$1M
$949K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$545,000 · Apr 12, 2007
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.$676,847
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$541,478
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.35%
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.$357,000
FIRST CALIFORNIA MORTGAGE CO · recorded Jun 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,310 (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.$741,140 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,417
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$524,723
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$726,472
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$793,350

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.1971
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(7)

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.

M
John M. Horner Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
O. N. Hirsch Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Irvington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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%

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

3697 Howe Ct 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 73% of homes in Fremont 94538
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Irvington
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Fremont 94538
  • Older than 84% 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
$435K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 27% 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$1,033,847
CheaperTypical $1,221,456Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$979
CheaperTypical $846Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,384 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 3697 Howe Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIrvingtonFremont 94538Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,033,84733% of homes27% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$97987% of homes75% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²7% of homes16% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac24% of homes14% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than195825% of homes16% of homes42% of homes

About 3697 Howe Ct

How much is 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA is $1,033,847 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $948,852 to $1,118,842. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA last sell?

3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA last sold on Apr 12, 2007 for $545,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA?

3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA built?

3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA?

3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA is assigned to John M. Horner Middle School (middle), rated A; O. N. Hirsch Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Irvington High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Fremont Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94538?

Among the 15,987 homes in Fremont 94538, it is worth more than 27% of them ($1,033,847 against a typical $1,221,456), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($979 against a typical $846), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,384 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1958 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 49% 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 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3697 Howe Ct, Fremont, CA was $9,310. The county assessed it at $741,140.

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