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$374,848$312 / 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 $216,000 on Nov 27, 2012

542 LEWIS ST

OAKLAND, CA 94607
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,201 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$375K
$353K low$397K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$216,000 · Nov 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,354 (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.$271,295 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,388
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,907
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,977
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$470,160

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.No

Transaction History(11)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(6)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
PLACE at Prescott Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
West Oakland Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
McClymonds High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

542 Lewis 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 97% of homes in Alameda County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Alameda County
  • Among the oldest homes in Alameda County

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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$251K$893K

This home is worth more than 23% 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$374,848
CheaperTypical $486,684Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $428Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,201 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,234 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 542 Lewis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth PrescottOakland 94607Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$374,84814% of homes23% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31213% of homes7% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,201 ft²38% of homes47% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²47% of homes21% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189564% of homes17% of homesalmost no homes

About 542 Lewis St

How much is 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA is $374,848 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $352,881 to $396,815. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA last sell?

542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA last sold on Nov 27, 2012 for $216,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA?

542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,201 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA built?

542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA?

542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA is assigned to PLACE at Prescott Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; West Oakland Middle School (middle), rated F; McClymonds High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Oakland Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA compare to other homes in Oakland 94607?

Among the 6,220 homes in Oakland 94607, it is worth more than 23% of them ($374,848 against a typical $486,684), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($312 against a typical $428), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,201 ft² against a typical 1,234 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1895 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 3% 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 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Lewis St, Oakland, CA was $5,354. The county assessed it at $271,295.

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