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$1,494,220$772 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $668,000 on Jun 18, 2014

4617 RUTH WAY

UNION CITY, CA 94587
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,935 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.5M
$1.4M 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.$668,000 · Jun 18, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,619 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$835,213 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$250,564
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$584,649
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$818,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,390,230

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
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.1974
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(4)

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
Delaine Eastin Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Itliong-Vera Cruz Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
James Logan High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: New Haven Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94587These 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.43
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 100.552

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.66,162
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,241 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$129,537
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,780
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 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

4617 Ruth Way 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 76% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Alameda County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Union City 94587

What homes are worth in Union City 94587

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

This home
$465K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Union City 94587.

How it measures up in Union City 94587

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Union City 94587.

Estimated value$1,494,220
CheaperTypical $1,251,643Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$772
CheaperTypical $730Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,935 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 4617 Ruth Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion City 94587Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,494,22075% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$77261% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,935 ft²73% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac53% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197238% of homes61% of homes

About 4617 Ruth Way

How much is 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA is $1,494,220 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,435,868 to $1,552,572. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA last sell?

4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA last sold on Jun 18, 2014 for $668,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA?

4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,935 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA built?

4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA?

4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA is assigned to Delaine Eastin Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Itliong-Vera Cruz Middle School (middle), rated B+; James Logan High School (high), rated B+. All sit in New Haven Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA compare to other homes in Union City 94587?

Among the 17,568 homes in Union City 94587, it is worth more than 75% of them ($1,494,220 against a typical $1,251,643), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($772 against a typical $730), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,935 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1972 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 76% 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 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4617 Ruth Way, Union City, CA was $11,619. The county assessed it at $835,213.

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