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Last sold for $270,000 on Feb 20, 2009

6249 HIGHLAND AVE

RICHMOND, CA 94805
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,199 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.
3,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Feb 20, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,737 (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.$354,631 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,289
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,342
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$347,678

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
63
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
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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(2)

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%

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How this home compares

6249 Highland 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.

  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Newer than 91% 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.

Living area2,199 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size3,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 6249 Highland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Richmond HeightsRichmond 94805Contra Costa County
Living areabigger than2,199 ft²88% of homes90% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,500 ft²13% of homes10% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than196183% of homes91% of homes28% of homes

About 6249 Highland Ave

When did 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA last sell?

6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA last sold on Feb 20, 2009 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA?

6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,199 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA built?

6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA?

6249 Highland 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 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94805?

Among the 4,505 homes in Richmond 94805, it is bigger than 90% of them (2,199 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,500 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (1961 against a typical 1946). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6249 Highland Ave, Richmond, CA was $5,737. The county assessed it at $354,631.

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