How old are the homes in 94538?

Half of the 24,854 homes in 94538 (Fremont) were built before 1979, so the typical home is about 47 years old. 52% were built before 1980 and 18% since 2000.

How do homes in 94538 heat?

65% heat with gas and 32% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.

Are most homes in 94538 owned or rented?

45% are lived in by their owners and 55% are rented. 42% are detached single-family houses.

What is the median home value in 94538?

The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 94538 is $1,136,600 (2020-2024 average).

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Homes in 94538: what they're like and what they need

A plain-English report on the 24,854 homes in ZIP 94538, from public Census and city data, with the repairs and upgrades homes like these usually need.

1979

Typical home built

52%

Built before 1980

65%

Heat with gas

45%

Owner-occupied

What homes in 94538 usually need

Gas furnace to heat pump

65% of homes in 94538 heat with gas. A heat pump replaces the furnace and adds AC, and Bay Area rebates often cover a large share.

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Electrical panel check before an EV charger or heat pump

52% of homes here were built before 1980, when panels were often sized for much less load. Check yours before adding big electric items.

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Earthquake bolting and bracing

Houses built before 1980 on raised foundations are the ones California's Earthquake Brace + Bolt program offers grants for. Check whether your home qualifies.

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Lead-safe painting and remodeling

About 49% of homes here are older than 1978. Painters and remodelers working on them must follow EPA lead-safe rules (RRP certification).

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Roof and gutters before the rains

Half the homes here were built before 1980. 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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Rentals: faster repairs for landlords

55% of homes here are rented. Landlords and property managers can give tenants a repair link that goes straight to their go-to pro.

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When homes in 94538 were built

2020 or later5%

2010s7%

2000s7%

1990s11%

1980s18%

1970s16%

1960s20%

1950s15%

1940s1%

1939 or earlier0%

42% are detached houses. 32% heat with electricity. Median owner-reported value: $1,136,600.

Rebates for 94538 homes

Ava Community Energy rebates (Ava Community Energy (electricity provider for much of the East Bay, Tri-Valley and Tracy))
BayREN home energy programs (Bay Area Regional Energy Network (9 Bay Area counties))
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Permits in Fremont

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Questions about homes in 94538

How old are the homes in 94538?: Half of the 24,854 homes in 94538 (Fremont) were built before 1979, so the typical home is about 47 years old. 52% were built before 1980 and 18% since 2000.
How do homes in 94538 heat?: 65% heat with gas and 32% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.
Are most homes in 94538 owned or rented?: 45% are lived in by their owners and 55% are rented. 42% are detached single-family houses.
What is the median home value in 94538?: The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 94538 is $1,136,600 (2020-2024 average).

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Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for ZIP code tabulation area 94538 (estimates, via Census Reporter). "What homes usually need" is general guidance based on home age and heating type, not an inspection of any home.