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$1,633,181$728 / 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 86How 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 $1,850,000 on Oct 12, 2021

979 PEARL ST

ALAMEDA, CA 94501
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,244 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,850,000 · Oct 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$26,272 (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.$1,769,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$532,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,243,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,956,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,840,950

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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
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.1933
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(8)

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
Otis Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Alameda High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Alameda City Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94501These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.409

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.61,491
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,273
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,309
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%

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How this home compares

979 Pearl 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 90% of homes in East End
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in East End
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Alameda County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Alameda County

What homes are worth in Alameda 94501

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

This home
$409K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Alameda 94501.

How it measures up in Alameda 94501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alameda 94501.

Estimated value$1,633,181
CheaperTypical $1,148,319Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$728
CheaperTypical $733Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area2,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 979 Pearl St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast EndAlameda 94501Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,633,18190% of homes87% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72832% of homes49% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,244 ft²78% of homes74% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²40% of homes27% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than192866% of homes47% of homes19% of homes

About 979 Pearl St

How much is 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA is $1,633,181 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,403,534 to $1,862,828. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA last sell?

979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA last sold on Oct 12, 2021 for $1,850,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA?

979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,244 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA built?

979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA?

979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA is assigned to Otis Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Alameda High School (high), rated A+; Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Alameda City Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA compare to other homes in Alameda 94501?

Among the 14,787 homes in Alameda 94501, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,633,181 against a typical $1,148,319), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($728 against a typical $733), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,244 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1928 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 82% 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 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Pearl St, Alameda, CA was $26,272. The county assessed it at $1,769,000.

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