Property Overview:
1325 Hester Ave is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1900. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,380 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a heating system. The estimated home value is $1,343,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 12.4% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 13.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Herbert Hoover Middle, Abraham Lincoln High, and Merritt Trace Elementary.- Average SAT score: 1057 (542 Math, 515 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 61.1% white-collar jobs, 38.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 29,548 (10% growth since 2000).
- 52% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (22.59%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.02%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.8°F (January), 78.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 13.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $60,578.
- Average annual spending: $48,757.
Property Features:
- Queen Anne Victorian with original charm and wooden details.
- High ceilings, built-in cabinetry, enclosed porch, and sun-filled formal living room.
- Expansive dining room and full-size basement.
- Generous 12,000+ sq. ft. lot with potential for expansion or ADU.
- Ample outdoor space for gardening or recreation.
Location Benefits:
- Located in the coveted Shasta-Hanchett Park neighborhood.
- Minutes to restaurants, San Jose airport, Diridon Station, downtown San Jose, and Google’s Downtown West project.
- Easy commute access to Silicon Valley companies.