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$4,238,790$1,857 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

980 RUSSELL AVE

LOS ALTOS, CA 94024
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,283 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$4.2M
$4M low$4.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,901 (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.$958,173 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$545,148
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$413,025
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$939,386

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.43
50
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.
24
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
60
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountySANTA CLARA
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
Georgina P. Blach Junior High SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Springer Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Mountain View High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Mountain View-los Altos Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94024These 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.35
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 100.505

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,374
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$257,147
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$366,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

980 Russell 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 94% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Among the smallest lots in Central Los Altos
  • Older than 94% of homes in Los Altos 94024

What homes are worth in Los Altos 94024

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

This home
$2.4M$8.4M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Los Altos 94024.

How it measures up in Los Altos 94024

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Altos 94024.

Estimated value$4,238,790
CheaperTypical $4,457,952Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1857
CheaperTypical $1739Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area2,283 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 980 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral Los AltosLos Altos 94024Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,238,79020% of homes39% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$185742% of homes62% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,283 ft²37% of homes36% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 acalmost no homes4% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than194710% of homes6% of homes8% of homes

About 980 Russell Ave

How much is 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA is $4,238,790 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $3,988,519 to $4,489,061. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA last sell?

980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA?

980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,283 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA built?

980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA?

980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA is assigned to Georgina P. Blach Junior High School (middle), rated A+; Springer Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Mountain View High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Mountain View-los Altos Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA compare to other homes in Los Altos 94024?

Among the 7,805 homes in Los Altos 94024, it is worth more than 39% of them ($4,238,790 against a typical $4,457,952), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($1857 against a typical $1739), it is bigger than 36% of them (2,283 ft² against a typical 2,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1947 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 94% 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 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 980 Russell Ave, Los Altos, CA was $12,901. The county assessed it at $958,173.

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