Pleasanton, CA
Homes in 94566: what they're like and what they need
A plain-English report on the 16,724 homes in ZIP 94566, from public Census and city data, with the repairs and upgrades homes like these usually need.
1982
Typical home built
44%
Built before 1980
71%
Heat with gas
71%
Owner-occupied
What homes in 94566 usually need
Gas furnace to heat pump
71% of homes in 94566 heat with gas. A heat pump replaces the furnace and adds AC, and Bay Area rebates often cover a large share.
Electrical panel check before an EV charger or heat pump
44% of homes here were built before 1980, when panels were often sized for much less load. Check yours before adding big electric items.
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.
Lead-safe painting and remodeling
About 40% of homes here are older than 1978. Painters and remodelers working on them must follow EPA lead-safe rules (RRP certification).
Roof and gutters before the rains
Half the homes here were built before 1983. 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.
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.
When homes in 94566 were built
66% are detached houses. 24% heat with electricity. Median owner-reported value: $1,656,900.
Rebates for 94566 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))
- Switch Is On incentive finder (Statewide (California))
Permits in Pleasanton
Which projects need a permit, how long it takes and where to apply.
Pleasanton permit checkerPros serving Pleasanton
- Plumbers in Pleasanton
- Heating & AC Contractors in Pleasanton
- Electricians in Pleasanton
- Handyman Services in Pleasanton
- Roofers in Pleasanton
- Pest Control Companies in Pleasanton
- Painters in Pleasanton
- Landscapers & Tree Services in Pleasanton
- General Contractors in Pleasanton
- Solar Installers in Pleasanton
Need something done in 94566?
Tell us once. SVHN finds a checked local pro, and you approve before anyone comes out.
Get a proQuestions about homes in 94566
- How old are the homes in 94566?
- Half of the 16,724 homes in 94566 (Pleasanton) were built before 1982, so the typical home is about 44 years old. 44% were built before 1980 and 20% since 2000.
- How do homes in 94566 heat?
- 71% heat with gas and 24% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.
- Are most homes in 94566 owned or rented?
- 71% are lived in by their owners and 29% are rented. 66% are detached single-family houses.
- What is the median home value in 94566?
- The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 94566 is $1,656,900 (2020-2024 average).
For local pros: trades that fit 94566
Compared with the other 68 ZIPs SVHN serves, homes here are among the best fits for:
- Roofing #18
- Heating & AC #18
Run a home-service business? SVHN's free Market Finder ranks every ZIP for your trade
Other Pleasanton ZIPs
Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for ZIP code tabulation area 94566 (estimates, via Census Reporter). "What homes usually need" is general guidance based on home age and heating type, not an inspection of any home.