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$1,075,563$676 / 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 91How 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

5490 ALUM ROCK AVE

SAN JOSE, CA 95127
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,590 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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
$979K low$1.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,673 (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.$433,390 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$173,739
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$259,651
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$424,893

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.47
69
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.38 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountySANTA CLARA
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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(5)

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
Linda Vista Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
James Lick High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
William Sheppard Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Alum Rock Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95127These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.560

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.62,302
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,172
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,761
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 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

5490 Alum Rock Ave 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 79% of homes in East Foothills
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in San Jose 95127
  • Older than 72% of homes in Santa Clara County

What homes are worth in San Jose 95127

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

This home
$475K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in San Jose 95127.

How it measures up in San Jose 95127

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Jose 95127.

Estimated value$1,075,563
CheaperTypical $1,003,006Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$676
CheaperTypical $715Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5490 Alum Rock Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast FoothillsSan Jose 95127Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,075,56321% of homes61% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$67637% of homes39% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,590 ft²40% of homes63% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac70% of homes89% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195967% of homes55% of homes28% of homes

About 5490 Alum Rock Ave

How much is 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA is $1,075,563 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $978,879 to $1,172,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA last sell?

5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA?

5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,590 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA built?

5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA?

5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA is assigned to Linda Vista Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; James Lick High School (high), rated D+; William Sheppard Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Alum Rock Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA compare to other homes in San Jose 95127?

Among the 13,677 homes in San Jose 95127, it is worth more than 61% of them ($1,075,563 against a typical $1,003,006), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($676 against a typical $715), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,590 ft² against a typical 1,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1959 against a typical 1959). 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 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5490 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA was $6,673. The county assessed it at $433,390.

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