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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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $365,000 on Dec 18, 2025

486 SENTINEL DR

ALAMEDA, CA 94501
0
Baths
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$361K
$317K low$404K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Dec 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,187 (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.$364,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$393,878

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
2
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.
16
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Ruby Bridges Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Encinal Jr. & Sr. High School SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Alameda City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94501These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.409

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.61,491
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,273
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,309
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 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

486 Sentinel Dr 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Alameda 94501
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in West End

What homes are worth in Alameda 94501

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

This home
$394K$2.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Alameda 94501.

How it measures up in Alameda 94501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alameda 94501.

Estimated value$360,533
CheaperTypical $1,125,123Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

How 486 Sentinel Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndAlameda 94501Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$360,5332% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac70% of homes67% of homes54% of homes

About 486 Sentinel Dr

How much is 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA is $360,533 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $317,487 to $403,579. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA last sell?

486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA last sold on Dec 18, 2025 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA?

486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA is assigned to Ruby Bridges Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Encinal Jr. & Sr. High School School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Alameda City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA compare to other homes in Alameda 94501?

Among the 14,802 homes in Alameda 94501, it is worth more than almost none of them ($360,533 against a typical $1,125,123) and its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.11 ac). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 2% 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 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 486 Sentinel Dr, Alameda, CA was $8,187. The county assessed it at $364,600.

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