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$1,015,211$680 / 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 90How 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 $915,000 on Dec 21, 2020

5839 YALE AVE

RICHMOND, CA 94805
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,492 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.
0.11 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Listing

Sold$915,000
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Single Family Residence
Type
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,724 ft²
Living Area
$531
$/ft²
4,687 ft²
Lot
1949
Year Built
2
Stories
Dec 21, 2020
Sold
Take the virtual tour

On a quiet street in Richmond View, with glimpses of the Bay, sits a home that impresses and expands as you travel through the space. Starting with handsome curb appeal, a boardwalk entry takes you into the foyer that opens up to the main living area. A spacious living room with a fireplace, an open-concept kitchen with a countertop bar, and a cozy dining nook give ample room to live, eat, and lounge. There is even a half bath and room for a small office space in this zone! The upper bedroom opens up to a large outdoor deck with filtered views of San Pablo Bay & the North Bay. The second bedroom that also impresses with its spaciousness and serenity.The yard begins with patio space underneath the large upper deck and it meanders slightly downhill to a lovely corner zone sitting area. This home falls within the sending area for El Cerrito High School and is in close proximity to BART, I-80, Arlington Blvd, and much more.

Courtesy of Compass
Listed by Jade Talbot
BridgeMLS · MLS# 40927580
Listing History
  1. Sold$915,000+22.2%Dec 21, 2020
  2. Listed for sale$749,000Nov 10, 2020
  3. Sold$560,000+12.2%Aug 11, 2014
  4. Listed for sale$499,000Jul 10, 2014

Valuation

$1M
$918K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$915,000 · Dec 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,851 (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.$1,010,231 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$717,651
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$292,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$990,424

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
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
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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
Mira Vista SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94805These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.614

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.15,814
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,276 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,376
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,590
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%

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

5839 Yale 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 93% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Richmond 94805

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

This home
$430K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Richmond 94805.

How it measures up in Richmond 94805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 94805.

Estimated value$1,015,211
CheaperTypical $667,348Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$680
CheaperTypical $523Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,303 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5839 Yale Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Richmond HeightsRichmond 94805Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,015,21187% of homes93% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68080% of homes89% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,492 ft²51% of homes63% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac34% of homes29% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than194931% of homes62% of homes12% of homes

About 5839 Yale Ave

How much is 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA is $1,015,211 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $917,894 to $1,112,528. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA last sell?

5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA last sold on Dec 21, 2020 for $915,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA?

5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,492 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA built?

5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA?

5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA is assigned to Mira Vista 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 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94805?

Among the 4,505 homes in Richmond 94805, it is worth more than 93% of them ($1,015,211 against a typical $667,348), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($680 against a typical $523), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,492 ft² against a typical 1,303 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1949 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 67% 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 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5839 Yale Ave, Richmond, CA was $13,851. The county assessed it at $1,010,231.

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