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$551,562$275 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $480,000 on Aug 19, 2020

686 CENTRAL AVE

VALLEJO, CA 94590
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,004 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$552K
$515K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Aug 19, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,099 (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.$529,956 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,611
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$364,345
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$519,565
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$465,300

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.23
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
CountySOLANO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 80 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Grace Patterson Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Hogan Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Vallejo High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Vallejo City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94590These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.406

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.39,542
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,801 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,591
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,025
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 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

686 Central 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 83% of homes in Vallejo 94590
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Solano County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Vallejo 94590
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Vallejo 94590
  • Older than 96% of homes in Solano County

What homes are worth in Vallejo 94590

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

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$227K$707K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Vallejo 94590.

How it measures up in Vallejo 94590

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vallejo 94590.

Estimated value$551,562
CheaperTypical $442,769Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $340Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,004 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,331 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 686 Central Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVallejo 94590Solano County
Estimated valuepricier than$551,56283% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27518% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,004 ft²82% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac77% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than193534% of homes4% of homes

About 686 Central Ave

How much is 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA is $551,562 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $514,658 to $588,466. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA last sell?

686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA last sold on Aug 19, 2020 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA?

686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,004 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA built?

686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA?

686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA is assigned to Grace Patterson Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Hogan Middle School (middle), rated D; Vallejo High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Vallejo City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA compare to other homes in Vallejo 94590?

Among the 9,646 homes in Vallejo 94590, it is worth more than 83% of them ($551,562 against a typical $442,769), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($275 against a typical $340), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,004 ft² against a typical 1,331 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1935 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Solano County, it is worth more than 50% 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 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Central Ave, Vallejo, CA was $7,099. The county assessed it at $529,956.

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