How old are the homes in 94065?

Half of the 4,852 homes in 94065 (Redwood City) were built before 1987, so the typical home is about 39 years old. 26% were built before 1980 and 9% since 2000.

How do homes in 94065 heat?

53% heat with gas and 42% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.

Are most homes in 94065 owned or rented?

66% are lived in by their owners and 34% are rented. 41% are detached single-family houses.

What is the median home value in 94065?

The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 94065 is $1,811,800 (2020-2024 average).

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Homes in 94065: what they're like and what they need

Quick answer

Half of the 4,852 homes in 94065 (Redwood City) were built before 1987, and 26% before 1980. Gas heats 53% of them, and owners live in 66%. Homes like these usually need a heat pump in place of the gas furnace, a roof and gutter check before the rains, and a water heater check.

Updated November 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS 2020-2024

A plain-English report on the 4,852 homes in ZIP 94065, from public Census and city data, with the repairs and upgrades homes like these usually need.

1987

Typical home built

26%

Built before 1980

53%

Heat with gas

66%

Owner-occupied

What homes in 94065 usually need

Gas furnace to heat pump

53% of homes in 94065 heat with gas. A heat pump replaces the furnace and adds AC, and local utility rebates often cover a large share.

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Roof and gutters before the rains

Half the homes here were built before 1988. Most roofs last 20-30 years, so many are on their second or third. Clean gutters and a roof check before winter storms prevent most leaks.

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Water heater check

Most tank water heaters last 8-12 years. Rust at the base, rumbling or lukewarm water are the usual signs it's near the end.

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When homes in 94065 were built

2020 or later0%

2010s3%

2000s6%

1990s31%

1980s35%

1970s19%

1960s5%

1950s1%

1940s0%

1939 or earlier0%

41% are detached houses. 42% heat with electricity. Median owner-reported value: $1,811,800.

Rebates for 94065 homes

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Questions about homes in 94065

How old are the homes in 94065?: Half of the 4,852 homes in 94065 (Redwood City) were built before 1987, so the typical home is about 39 years old. 26% were built before 1980 and 9% since 2000.
How do homes in 94065 heat?: 53% heat with gas and 42% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.
Are most homes in 94065 owned or rented?: 66% are lived in by their owners and 34% are rented. 41% are detached single-family houses.
What is the median home value in 94065?: The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 94065 is $1,811,800 (2020-2024 average).

For local pros: trades that fit 94065

Compared with the other 162 ZIPs SVHN serves, homes here are among the best fits for:

Architects & Designers #27
Roofing #33
House Cleaning #34
Blinds & Shades #36
Security & Smart Home #36
Mortgage Lenders #36
Pools & Spas #37

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Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for ZIP code tabulation area 94065 (estimates, via Census Reporter). "What homes usually need" is general guidance based on home age and heating type, not an inspection of any home.