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$787,802$456 / 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 94How 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

656 EMPIRE ST

ASHLAND, CA 94580
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,728 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.
1951
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

$788K
$741K low$834K high
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.$242,652
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$194,122
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.68%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$545,150
NP INC · recorded Jan 4, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,212 (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.$540,104 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$216,232
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$504,543
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$531,347
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$705,240

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.Custom Design
CountyALAMEDA
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.1975
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.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

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

E
Hesperian Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
San Lorenzo High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Edendale Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: San Lorenzo Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94580These 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.45
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.582

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.28,849
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,479
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,534
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 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.Absentee owner
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

656 Empire 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 86% of homes in Ashland
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in San Lorenzo 94580
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in San Lorenzo 94580
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in San Lorenzo 94580
  • Older than 67% of homes in Alameda County

What homes are worth in San Lorenzo 94580

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

This home
$501K$1M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in San Lorenzo 94580.

How it measures up in San Lorenzo 94580

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Lorenzo 94580.

Estimated value$787,802
CheaperTypical $761,701Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$456
CheaperTypical $579Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,294 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 656 Empire St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshlandSan Lorenzo 94580Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$787,80286% of homes61% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45623% of homes11% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²80% of homes87% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac58% of homes74% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195162% of homes60% of homes33% of homes

About 656 Empire St

How much is 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA is $787,802 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $741,368 to $834,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA last sell?

656 Empire St, Ashland, CA last sold on Jan 29, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA?

656 Empire St, Ashland, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA built?

656 Empire St, Ashland, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA?

656 Empire St, Ashland, CA is assigned to Hesperian Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; San Lorenzo High School (high), rated C-; Edendale Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in San Lorenzo Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA compare to other homes in San Lorenzo 94580?

Among the 8,136 homes in San Lorenzo 94580, it is worth more than 61% of them ($787,802 against a typical $761,701), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($456 against a typical $579), it is bigger than 87% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,294 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1951 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 30% 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 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 656 Empire St, Ashland, CA was $7,212. The county assessed it at $540,104.

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