1396 Marlin Ave, Foster City, CA 94404, USA

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Property Overview:

1396 Marlin Ave is a single-family home in Foster City, CA, built in 1966. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,860 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 2-car garage, central heating system, and a large permitted storage shed. The estimated home value is $1,613,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3% (well below state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 2.6% (well below state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Bowditch Middle, Audubon Elementary, Design Technical High, and San Mateo County Special Education.

    • Average SAT score: 1076 (above state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 76.7% white-collar jobs, 23.3% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 32,202 (13% growth since 2000).
    • 62% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.43%), followed by 25-34 years (15.07%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 73.2°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 21.4 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $108,169.
    • Average annual spending: $73,732.

Property Features:

  • Project home: Needs extensive remodeling for mold remediation and deferred maintenance; yellow-tagged by the city.
  • Great layout:
    • Formal living and dining rooms
    • Entertainment room adjacent to kitchen with access to rear yard
    • Laundry area next to kitchen
    • Large, permitted storage shed in backyard
  • Parking: 2-car garage
  • Location: Close to Foster City’s new levee, shopping center, and Bowditch Middle School.
  • Commuter access: Near Highways 101 & 92, SFO, and major tech/biotech companies.

Remodeled Home Features (if fully renovated):

  • High-end finishes: Oak floors, fine millwork, and abundant natural light.
  • Gourmet kitchen: Modern stone countertops, high-end stainless-steel appliances, custom cabinets.
  • Three bedrooms (including en-suite), three full baths, and separate dining room.
  • Upgrades:
    • All new copper plumbing
    • Tankless hot water heater
    • New furnace with 2-stage intake filtration
    • Updated electric/panel with Siemens afci/gfci breakers
    • Acoustic soundproof insulation
    • Modern gas fireplace
    • Wi-Fi/Bluetooth controlled garage door
  • Centrally located: Close to Silicon Valley, major transportation, SFO airport, recreation trails, shopping, and dining.
  • Top-ranked Foster City schools.

Location Benefits:

  • Family-friendly community with top schools and low crime.
  • Excellent commuter access to tech hubs, airports, and major highways.
  • Recreation: Close to trails, parks, and shopping/dining options.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1976-12-01 Off Market 79900
1979-01-08 Off Market 52000
2018-01-01 Rental 2378
2022-01-01 Tax Assessment 299150
2022-10-21 Pending NaN
2023-01-01 Tax Assessment 304584
2024-01-01 Rental 3113
2024-09-04 For Sale 1488000
2024-09-05 Pending NaN
2024-09-18 Pending NaN
2024-09-19 Pending NaN
2024-10-07 Pending NaN
2024-10-18 Sold 1700000
2025-04-09 For Sale 2098888
2025-04-10 For Sale 2098888
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

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Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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Flood Risk Info

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Flood Zone Type

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A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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Landslide Risk Info

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Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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