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$1,040,283$537 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $850,000 on Oct 9, 2018

522 FRANCIS DR

MARTINEZ, CA 94553
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,936 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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
$992K 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.$850,000 · Oct 9, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,796 (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.$948,083 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$625,803
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$322,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$929,494

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.36
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
76
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCONTRA COSTA
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(8)

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
John Swett Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Alhambra High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Martinez Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Martinez Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94553These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.490

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.49,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.869 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$148,117
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

522 Francis 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Martinez 94553
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Martinez 94553
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Martinez 94553
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Martinez 94553
  • Older than 66% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Martinez 94553

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

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$349K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Martinez 94553.

How it measures up in Martinez 94553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Martinez 94553.

Estimated value$1,040,283
CheaperTypical $714,610Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$537
CheaperTypical $458Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 522 Francis Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMartinez 94553Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,040,28387% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53783% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²73% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac69% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196539% of homes34% of homes

About 522 Francis Dr

How much is 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA is $1,040,283 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $991,663 to $1,088,903. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA last sell?

522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA last sold on Oct 9, 2018 for $850,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA?

522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA built?

522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA?

522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA is assigned to John Swett Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Alhambra High School (high), rated B; Martinez Junior High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Martinez Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA compare to other homes in Martinez 94553?

Among the 16,278 homes in Martinez 94553, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,040,283 against a typical $714,610), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($537 against a typical $458), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1965 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 69% 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 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 522 Francis Dr, Martinez, CA was $11,796. The county assessed it at $948,083.

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