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$1,565,430$1,360 / 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 $1,510,000 on Oct 18, 2024

42972 ROBERTS AVE

FREMONT, CA 94538
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,151 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.

Listing

Sold$1,510,000
Listing photo 1
Single Family Residence
Type
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,151 ft²
Living Area
$1,312
$/ft²
5,227 ft²
Lot
1958
Year Built
1
Stories
2 spaces
Garage
Oct 18, 2024
Sold

Charming home in the heart of the Irvington district! Walking distance to the top rated Irvington attendance schools. Updated inside and out. Updated kitchen with granite countertop, new subway tile backsplash, and plenty of cabinet space. Range/Oven with new low profile microwave performance Hood. Updated bathrooms. Primary suite with fully remodeled bathroom. Generous size bedrooms. Dual pane sliding and windows throughout. Mini-split system AC. New electrical wiring and subpanel. Pergo laminate floors. New LED recess lights. New front stucco exterior. New two panel barn style interior doors. Fresh interior paint. Attached two car garage with new utility sink. New garage door and opener. Bonus covered patio. Spacious front/back yard with drought tolerant landscaping and drip system. New gutters and downspouts. Nearby to all three top rated Irvington schools, famous Lake Elizabeth, parks, easy access to 680/880, Starbucks coffee, Pacific Commons shopping center, Costco, BART, 99 Ranch, and some more.

Courtesy of Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
Listed by Tim S. Wang
BridgeMLS · MLS# 41072348 · Listed Sep 11, 2024
Listing History
  1. Sold$1,510,000+7.9%Oct 18, 2024
  2. Listed for sale$1,399,800Sep 11, 2024

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,510,000 · Oct 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,509 (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.$1,458,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$437,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,020,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,510,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,213,560

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.1978
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(6)

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 · 0.1 mi
H
Irvington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
John M. Horner Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 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%

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

42972 Roberts Ave 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 91% of homes in Fremont 94538
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Grimmer
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Alameda County
  • 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
$461K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$1,565,430
CheaperTypical $1,224,575Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1360
CheaperTypical $850Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,151 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,387 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% 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 42972 Roberts Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrimmerFremont 94538Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,565,43084% of homes91% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1360almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,151 ft²28% of homes26% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac15% of homes14% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than195835% of homes16% of homes42% of homes

About 42972 Roberts Ave

How much is 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA is $1,565,430 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,490,716 to $1,640,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA last sell?

42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA last sold on Oct 18, 2024 for $1,510,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA?

42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,151 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA built?

42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA?

42972 Roberts Ave, 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 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94538?

Among the 15,986 homes in Fremont 94538, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,565,430 against a typical $1,224,575), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1360 against a typical $850), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,151 ft² against a typical 1,387 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 79% 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 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42972 Roberts Ave, Fremont, CA was $18,509. The county assessed it at $1,458,000.

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