Property Overview:
1360 Emerson St is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA 94301, built in 1930. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,073 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,000 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and has undergone a major remodel in 1985 with recent updates. The estimated home value is $2,823,658 (Redfin) and $2,640,000 (other estimate). Rental estimate: $6,112–$7,987/month.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 10.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Palo Alto High, Addison Elementary, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1221 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000)
- 50% families with children
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (15.56%)
- Second-largest: 25–34 years (13.36%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.7°F (January), 87.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $132,129
- Average annual spending: $83,423
Property Features:
- Mediterranean style with terracotta tile roof and charming tile porch
- High ceilings, gallery of skylights, and abundant windows for a light-filled space
- Living room with picture window framing a pink magnolia tree
- Primary bedroom with sitting room/office for a private retreat
- Second office off the kitchen for work-from-home flexibility
- Private backyard with wisteria-covered deck for al fresco dining and entertaining
- Lovingly maintained by the same owner for over 62 years
- Recent improvements: electrical, heating/AC, plumbing, sewer, new flooring, and paint
Location Benefits:
- Prime Old Palo Alto location
- Walkable to Elizabeth Gamble Garden, Lucie Stern Community Center, University Avenue, Town & Country Shopping Center, Whole Foods Market, Stanford University, and top-rated Palo Alto schools
- Close to parks: Bowling Green Park, Peers Park, Scott Park
- Nearby grocery stores: Trader Joe’s, S-O-S Fine Foods, Whole Foods
- Nearby coffee shops: Peet’s Coffee, Nespresso Boutique, Pete’s Coffee
- Nearby restaurants: Fast Tony’s Chicken, Mayfield Bakery & Cafe, Sushi House