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$1,078,779$707 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $526,000 on Nov 29, 2005

5253 RUNNING BEAR DR

SAN JOSE, CA 95136
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,525 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.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$1.1M
$1M 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.$526,000 · Nov 29, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,308 (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.$301,181 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$106,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,161
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$295,277

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.32
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
34
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.10 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.undetermined

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
CountySANTA CLARA
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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(3)

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.

M
Caroline Davis Intermediate SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Oak Grove High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Hayes Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi

District: Oak Grove Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95136These 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.83
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 100.433

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.45,983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,560 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,749
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$167,355
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

5253 Running Bear 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 less than 74% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Deer Run

What homes are worth in San Jose 95136

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

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$627K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in San Jose 95136.

How it measures up in San Jose 95136

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Jose 95136.

Estimated value$1,078,779
CheaperTypical $1,235,665Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$707
CheaperTypical $691Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,525 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 5253 Running Bear Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDeer RunSan Jose 95136Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,078,77937% of homes31% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70742% of homes55% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,525 ft²46% of homes36% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac62% of homes58% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than197767% of homes58% of homes64% of homes

About 5253 Running Bear Dr

How much is 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA is $1,078,779 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,012,881 to $1,144,677. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA last sell?

5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA last sold on Nov 29, 2005 for $526,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA?

5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,525 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA built?

5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA?

5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA is assigned to Caroline Davis Intermediate School (middle), rated D+; Oak Grove High School (high), rated B-; Hayes Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Oak Grove Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA compare to other homes in San Jose 95136?

Among the 11,304 homes in San Jose 95136, it is worth more than 31% of them ($1,078,779 against a typical $1,235,665), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($707 against a typical $691), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,525 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1977 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 26% 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 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5253 Running Bear Dr, San Jose, CA was $5,308. The county assessed it at $301,181.

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