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$778,514$515 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $485,000 on Apr 12, 2017

5541 CARLOS AVE

RICHMOND, CA 94804
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,513 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.
1949
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$779K
$691K low$866K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$485,000 · Apr 12, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,470 (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.$574,133 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$307,783
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$266,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$562,877

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.38
69
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.39 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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(2)

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

M
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Fairmont Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.0 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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%

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How this home compares

5541 Carlos 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 more than 91% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Richmond 94804
  • Older than 88% 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.

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$312K$996K

This home is worth more than 91% of 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$778,514
CheaperTypical $536,188Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$515
CheaperTypical $467Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,513 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5541 Carlos Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 94804Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$778,51491% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51567% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,513 ft²74% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac91% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than194946% of homes12% of homes

About 5541 Carlos Ave

How much is 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA is $778,514 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $690,678 to $866,350. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA last sell?

5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA last sold on Apr 12, 2017 for $485,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA?

5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,513 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA built?

5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA?

5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA is assigned to Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (middle), rated B-; Fairmont Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; El Cerrito High School (high), rated B. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94804?

Among the 11,872 homes in Richmond 94804, it is worth more than 91% of them ($778,514 against a typical $536,188), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($515 against a typical $467), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,513 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1949 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 54% 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 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5541 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA was $10,470. The county assessed it at $574,133.

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