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$656,564$326 / 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 $343,636 on May 2, 2014

553 21ST ST

RICHMOND, CA 94801
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,016 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$657K
$625K low$688K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$343,636 · May 2, 2014
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$656,564
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$525,251

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,678 (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.$294,828 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$127,514
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,314
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,048

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.20
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.
19
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.No

Transaction History(7)

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(1)

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

E
Grant Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
DeJean Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94801These 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.135
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 100.564

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.34,858
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,957 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,136
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,543
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

553 21st 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 more than 97% of homes in Belding / Woods
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Belding / Woods
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Belding / Woods
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Belding / Woods
  • Older than 94% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Richmond 94801

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

This home
$206K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Richmond 94801.

How it measures up in Richmond 94801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94801.

Estimated value$656,564
CheaperTypical $477,388Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $402Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,278 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 4,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 553 21st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelding / WoodsRichmond 94801Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$656,56497% of homes83% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3265% of homes22% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,016 ft²89% of homes81% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac89% of homes88% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than194143% of homes33% of homes6% of homes

About 553 21st St

How much is 553 21st St, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 21st St, Richmond, CA is $656,564 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $624,747 to $688,381. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 21st St, Richmond, CA last sell?

553 21st St, Richmond, CA last sold on May 2, 2014 for $343,636, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 553 21st St, Richmond, CA?

553 21st St, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,016 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 553 21st St, Richmond, CA built?

553 21st St, Richmond, CA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 21st St, Richmond, CA?

553 21st St, Richmond, CA is assigned to Grant Elementary School (elementary), rated F; DeJean Middle School (middle), rated F; Kennedy High School (high), rated D. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 21st St, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94801?

Among the 7,009 homes in Richmond 94801, it is worth more than 83% of them ($656,564 against a typical $477,388), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($326 against a typical $402), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,016 ft² against a typical 1,278 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 4,008 ft²) and it is newer than 33% of them (1941 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 38% 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 553 21st St, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 21st St, Richmond, CA was $5,678. The county assessed it at $294,828.

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