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$1,237,111$412 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $854,000 on Nov 16, 2020

5521 PANAMA AVE

RICHMOND, CA 94804
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,000 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.
3,700 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
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.

Listing

Sold$854,000$900,000
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Single Family Residence
Type
6
Beds
4
Baths
3,000 ft²
Living Area
$285
$/ft²
3,485 ft²
Lot
1926
Year Built
1 space
Garage
Nov 16, 2020
Sold
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Opportunity Knocks! An Austrian Barn Style exterior featuring 3 stories, with partial views of San Francisco and the bay. The lower floor consists of 2 large bedrooms, 1 full bath, a living room with a sliding glass door that opens to the backyard, a Kitchenette, and a dog washroom with plenty of storage. There is Spanish tile flooring with a radiant floor heating system, a new high capacity water heater, a Laundry Room, and a forced-air heating furnace for the upper floors. The main entrance to the home is on the second story and features real oak hardwood floors, 2 large bedrooms, a Master Suite with Walk-in Closet, and an updated Master Bathroom with a tub and separate shower stall. The third level is the main living area, it has an executive Corner Office suite with high-speed fiber optic cable for excellent internet speed/ or could be a bedroom; a Dining Room, and the main Living Room with a deck featuring views of the bay. Options in-law unit, or income unit.

Courtesy of Compass
Listed by Leslie Manzone
BridgeMLS · MLS# 40920321
Listing History
  1. Price cut$900,000 → $799,950-11.1%Sep 9, 2024
  2. Sold$854,000+6.8%Nov 16, 2020
  3. Listed for sale$900,000Oct 5, 2020

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$854,000 · Nov 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,173 (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.$942,881 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$496,834
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$446,047
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$924,394

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.19
1
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.
14
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.
36
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.Single Family Residence
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Fairmont Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94804These 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.133
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 100.561

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.44,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,044 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,956
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5521 Panama 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Richmond 94804
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Richmond Annex
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Richmond Annex
  • Older than 98% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Richmond 94804

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

This home
$336K$1.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Richmond 94804.

How it measures up in Richmond 94804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94804.

Estimated value$1,237,111
CheaperTypical $541,979Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$412
CheaperTypical $480Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size3,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 5521 Panama Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond AnnexRichmond 94804Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,237,111almost all homesalmost all homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4123% of homes27% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than3,000 ft²95% of homes97% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,700 ft²16% of homes36% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192610% of homes7% of homes2% of homes

About 5521 Panama Ave

How much is 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA is $1,237,111 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,174,983 to $1,299,239. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA last sell?

5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA last sold on Nov 16, 2020 for $854,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA?

5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,000 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA built?

5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA?

5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA is assigned to Fairmont Elementary School (elementary), rated B; El Cerrito High School (high), rated B+; Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94804?

Among the 11,870 homes in Richmond 94804, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,237,111 against a typical $541,979), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($412 against a typical $480), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (3,700 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1926 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 75% 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 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5521 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA was $14,173. The county assessed it at $942,881.

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