Property Overview:
140 Atherwood Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1950. It features 3–4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,480–2,652 sq. ft. of living space (varies by listing). The home includes a parking garage and a central heating system. The estimated home value is $1,287,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.4% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion, Woodside High, and North Star Academy.- Average SAT score: 1069 (551 Math, 518 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 62.3% white-collar jobs, 37.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,340 (3% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35–44 years (15.98%), followed by 25–34 years (15.44%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.0°F (January), 83.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,862.
- Average annual spending: $56,499.
Property Features:
- Mid-century modern Eichler home with iconic architecture.
- Bright, open floorplan with skylights, walls of glass, and wide-plank wood floors.
- Custom kitchen: Open shelving, new appliances, artisan cabinetry.
- Expansive living spaces designed for connection and calm.
- Four bedrooms and two remodeled baths (per updated listing).
- Private backyard oasis for outdoor living and entertaining.
- Set on a 6,359 sq. ft. lot in a quiet neighborhood.
- Potential for renovation—ideal for buyers seeking a fixer-upper or a move-in ready modern home.
Location Benefits:
- Family-friendly community with a strong presence of children and young families.
- Convenient access to local schools, parks, and amenities.
- Commuter-friendly location in the heart of the Peninsula.
- Lifestyle-focused living: Emphasis on mid-century design, natural light, and indoor-outdoor flow.