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$1,200,000$904 / 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 82How 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 $1,200,000 on Jul 8, 2026

628 KERN ST

RICHMOND, CA 94805
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,328 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.
1950
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

$1.2M
$982K low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,200,000 · Jul 8, 2026
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.$1,200,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$960,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,538 (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.$940,069 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$754,378
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,691
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$921,637

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
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.Ranch
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Detached
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 · 2.6 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%

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.Yes

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

628 Kern 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Richmond Heights
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Richmond Heights
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Richmond 94805
  • Older than 86% 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 98% 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$1,200,000
CheaperTypical $667,798Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$904
CheaperTypical $522Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,301 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 628 Kern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond HeightsRichmond 94805Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,200,000almost all homes98% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$904almost all homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²55% of homes52% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac50% of homes72% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195081% of homes67% of homes14% of homes

About 628 Kern St

How much is 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA is $1,200,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $981,621 to $1,418,379. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA last sell?

628 Kern St, Richmond, CA last sold on Jul 8, 2026 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA?

628 Kern St, Richmond, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA built?

628 Kern St, Richmond, CA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA?

628 Kern St, 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 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA compare to other homes in Richmond 94805?

Among the 4,505 homes in Richmond 94805, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,200,000 against a typical $667,798), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($904 against a typical $522), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,301 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1950 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 74% 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 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 628 Kern St, Richmond, CA was $14,538. The county assessed it at $940,069.

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