Property Overview:
1381 Las Palmas Dr is a single-family home in Santa Clara, CA, built in 1952. It features 3 bedrooms (currently converted to 2, can be reverted), 1 bathroom, and 1,006 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, a redwood deck, hot tub, and a remodeled kitchen. The estimated home value is $1,369,000 (sold for $126,500 in 2015).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Central Park Elementary, Juan Cabrillo Middle, and Santa Clara High.- Average SAT score: 1008 (521 Math, 487 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 68.1% white-collar jobs, 31.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 49,805 (11% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.79%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.34%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.3°F (January), 82.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $77,277.
- Average annual spending: $58,022.
Property Features:
- Quiet, tree-lined street with a large backyard.
- 3 bedrooms converted to 2 (can be reverted by buyer).
- Redwood deck, hot tub, fireplace, and remodeled kitchen.
- Parking garage, heating and cooling systems.
- Potential for new construction:
- Thomas James Homes offers opportunities to build a new home with modern amenities (gourmet kitchen, great room with fireplace, en suite bedrooms, walk-in pantry, laundry room, grand suite with spa-inspired bath).
- Estimated completion for new builds: early to fall 2024.
- Preliminary architecture and landscaping subject to change.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient access to major commute routes, trails, and local eateries.
- Family-friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community.
- Close to boutiques, restaurants, and bars.
- Ideal for entertaining and outdoor living.