Property Overview:
1314 University Dr is a custom townhouse in Menlo Park, CA, built in 1975. It features 2,155 sq. ft. of living space with 2–3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The home includes an attached two-car garage, central heating and cooling, and access to a community pool. The estimated home value is $3,145,000 (last sold for $2,265,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 9.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Hillview Middle, Encinal Elementary, Menlo-Atherton High, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1100 (566 Math, 534 English), above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,986 (10% growth since 2000)
- 59% families with children
- Largest age group: 35–44 years (16.02%), second largest 45–54 years (14.98%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 87.0°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 17.4 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,463
- Average annual spending: $72,061
Property Features:
- Boutique development of just six homes; steps from Downtown Menlo Park
- Private courtyard with boxwood hedges and espaliered camellias
- Skylights, hardwood floors, crown molding, and custom built-ins
- Gourmet kitchen:
- Granite or quartz countertops
- Viking Professional appliances
- Fisher & Paykel double dishwasher
- Ample storage
- Formal dining and great room:
- Crystal chandelier
- Traditional fireplace
- Three French doors to brick terrace with French fountain
- First-floor guest bedroom/den:
- Speakeasy feel with hidden doors to wet bar and closet
- Upstairs:
- Modern light fixtures
- High-end amenities
- Community amenities:
- Pool, lounge area, visitor parking
- Attached two-car garage
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Steps from Downtown Menlo Park
- Easy access to top-rated schools, Stanford University, Facebook, shopping, and dining
- Quiet, serene oasis with lush landscaping
- Ideal for luxury living and entertaining in a phenomenal neighborhood