Property Overview:
1395 Kavanaugh Dr is a single-family home in East Palo Alto, CA, built in 1956. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (including a new primary en-suite), and 1,100 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, central heating system, and owned solar panels. The estimated home value is $1,032,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population & Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age groups: 35-44 years (14.67%), 25-34 years (14.04%).
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools: Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle, Costano Elementary, KIPP Esperanza High.- Average SAT score: 1062 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Mid-century modern design with new interior floors and doors.
- Fresh interior and exterior paint.
- Milgard windows, updated electrical and plumbing.
- Modern kitchen.
- Large private rear yard with no neighbors on one side—ideal for a pool or ADU.
- Owned solar panels—potential for free PG&E.
- Parking garage and central heating.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient commute:
- 20 mins to Facebook Campus
- 30 mins to Netflix HQ
- 20 mins to Tesla HQ
- 35 mins to Twitter HQ
- 15 mins to Stanford Shopping Center
- 15 mins to University Ave (restaurants, bars, entertainment)
- Home qualifies for special financing (First Republic Bank Census Track, possible 3.75% 30-year mortgage).
- Perfect for families and those seeking modern updates with outdoor space.