Property Overview:
1353 W Merrivale Sq is a condominium in San Jose, CA 95117, built in 1972. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,220 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, central heating, and newer AC. The estimated home value is $835,582 – $859,100.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 1.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include George C. Payne Elementary, Boynton High, and Monroe Middle.- Average SAT score: 1155 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 65.6% white-collar jobs, 34.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 31,036 (9% growth since 2000).
- 58% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.9%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.2%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.0°F (January), 81.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $67,288.
- Average annual spending: $52,506.
Property Features:
- Light and bright two-bedroom townhome with all new luxury plank flooring and new plush carpet upstairs.
- Kitchen: Abundant counter space, GE Profile stainless-steel appliances (oven, range, dishwasher).
- Open-concept dining and living areas with a wall of windows opening to a private backyard patio—ideal for gardening.
- Upgrades: Newer AC, copper piping, remodeled bathroom with new shower/tub and tile enclosure, large closet (potential home office), new lighting and 3 sun tunnels upstairs.
- Community amenities: Walking trails, mature landscaping, solar-heated pool/cabana, clubhouse.
- HOA dues: $385/month (well-managed association with healthy reserves).
- Parking garage included.
Location Benefits:
- Central commute location: Easy access to San Tomas Expressway, Apple and Nvidia campuses, and light rail.
- Close to shopping and dining: Near Valley Fair, Santana Row, The Pruneyard, and historic Campbell.
- Nearby parks: Starbird Park, Frank M. Santana Park, San Tomas Park.
- Convenient to grocery stores (Hamilton Euromarket, Oakmont Produce Market, Safeway) and coffee shops/restaurants (Starbucks, Sushi Zono, Negeen Restaurant).
- Merrivale West is a hidden gem in Silicon Valley—ideal for families and professionals alike.