Property Overview:
1142 Virginia Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1962. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,980 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and central heating & A/C. Last sold for $1,192,000 in 2014; current estimated value is $1,980,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.4% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Roosevelt Elementary, McKinley Institute of Technology, and Sequoia High.- Average SAT score: 1069 (551 Math, 518 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 62.3% white-collar jobs, 37.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,340 (3% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (15.98%), followed by 25-34 years (15.44%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.0°F (January), 83.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,862.
- Average annual spending: $56,499.
Property Features:
- Spacious, fully updated & rebuilt (from the studs, ~20 years ago)—shows like new.
- Flexible floorplan:
- Separate bed/bath suite—ideal for grandparents, guests, or au pair.
- Huge family room with gas fireplace and sliders to side patio & backyard—potential 4th bedroom.
- Sun-filled interior:
- Large windows, 5 sliding doors, and multiple skylights (especially over dining room).
- Kitchen:
- Granite tile counters, tile floor, breakfast bar—eat-in kitchen perfect for the chef.
- Master suite:
- Massive bedroom with wall of closets.
- Spacious master bath with dual sinks and water closet.
- Dual forced air heat & A/C.
- Vaulted ceilings, open living/dining areas.
- Short distance to Woodside Road, Alameda de las Pulgas, and Redwood City shops & restaurants.
Location Benefits:
- Wonderful Woodside Plaza neighborhood—quiet, family-friendly, and highly desirable.
- Convenient access to shopping, dining, and major roads.
- Ideal for a variety of family situations and entertaining.