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$497,296$393 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $162,000 on Aug 13, 1998

481 5TH ST

OAKLAND, CA 94607
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,265 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$497K
$469K low$526K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$162,000 · Aug 13, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,822 (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.$472,632 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$344,292
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$463,228
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$582,480

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.24
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
41
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
62
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Security alarm

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
La Escuelita SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Oakland High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Westlake Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Oakland Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94607These 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.169
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.422

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.92%
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.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,205
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,357 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,935
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,763
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 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

481 5th St 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 91% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Merritt
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Merritt
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Merritt

What homes are worth in Oakland 94607

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

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$244K$888K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Oakland 94607.

How it measures up in Oakland 94607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oakland 94607.

Estimated value$497,296
CheaperTypical $477,796Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$393
CheaperTypical $422Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,265 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,225 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 481 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrittOakland 94607Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$497,29641% of homes55% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39347% of homes36% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,265 ft²20% of homes54% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac95% of homes50% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199495% of homes56% of homes82% of homes

About 481 5th St

How much is 481 5th St, Oakland, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 5th St, Oakland, CA is $497,296 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $469,049 to $525,543. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 5th St, Oakland, CA last sell?

481 5th St, Oakland, CA last sold on Aug 13, 1998 for $162,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 481 5th St, Oakland, CA?

481 5th St, Oakland, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,265 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 481 5th St, Oakland, CA built?

481 5th St, Oakland, CA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 481 5th St, Oakland, CA?

481 5th St, Oakland, CA is assigned to La Escuelita School (elementary), rated D-; Oakland High School (high), rated C-; Westlake Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Oakland Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 5th St, Oakland, CA compare to other homes in Oakland 94607?

Among the 6,197 homes in Oakland 94607, it is worth more than 55% of them ($497,296 against a typical $477,796), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($393 against a typical $422), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,265 ft² against a typical 1,225 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1994 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 9% 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 481 5th St, Oakland, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 5th St, Oakland, CA was $7,822. The county assessed it at $472,632.

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