Property Overview:
1075 Shell Blvd, Apt 5 is a condominium unit in Foster City, CA, built in 1972. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,015 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, and cooling system. The property sold for $680,000 in 2016 and is currently estimated at $1,148,000.
Note: Sold prior to MLS during tenant occupancy; for comparable purposes only.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 2.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Brewer Island Elementary, Bowditch Middle, Design Technical High, and San Mateo County Special Education.- Average SAT score: 1076 (553 Math, 523 English) — higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 76.7% white-collar jobs, 23.3% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 32,202 (13% growth since 2000)
- 62% families with children
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.43%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.07%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 73.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 21.4 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $108,169
- Average annual spending: $73,732
Property Features:
- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- 1,015 sq. ft. of living space
- Parking garage
- Fireplace
- Cooling system
- Built in 1972
- Multifamily zoning (R-3/PD)
- Sold prior to MLS during tenant occupancy (for comp purposes only)
Location Benefits:
- Safe, family-oriented community with strong schools and low crime
- Commuter-friendly Foster City location
- Mild weather year-round
- Strong job market and high median income
- High property value appreciation since last sale