Property Overview:
1435 Golden Meadow Sq is a remodeled end-unit townhouse in Merrivale West, San Jose, CA, built in 1972. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,152 sq. ft. of living space, plus an additional 245 sq. ft. permitted loft/rumpus area. The home includes a 2-car garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and in-unit laundry. The estimated home value is $958,500 (last sold for $1,101,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 1.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include George C. Payne Elementary, Monroe Middle, and Boynton High.- Average SAT score: 1155 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 65.6% white-collar jobs, 34.4% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 31,036 (9% growth since 2000)
- 58% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.9%), followed by 35-44 years (16.2%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.0°F (January), 81.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 18.5 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $67,288
- Average annual spending: $52,506
Property Features:
- Fully remodeled with brand new kitchen: Quartz countertops, new cabinets, stainless appliances (stove, refrigerator, dishwasher), and new vinyl flooring
- Updated bathrooms: New vanities with quartz tops, new toilets, new lighting
- New carpets in bedrooms and stairway, vinyl flooring throughout
- Additional 245 sq. ft. permitted loft/rumpus area (added in 1989)
- Light-filled end unit with floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted ceilings, and open floorplan
- Large living/dining areas, open family room/office area, and upstairs nook
- 2-car garage with crawl space storage and extra storage
- Central heating and cooling
- HOA amenities: Updated clubhouse and community pool
- Move-in ready with newer paint and modern finishes
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Minutes to Apple, Google, eBay, Nvidia, LinkedIn, Intuit, and other major tech companies
- Easy access to Highways 280/85/17, Lawrence Expy, San Tomas Expy
- Close to Downtown Campbell, Los Gatos, and San Jose for dining, shopping, and events
- Near Strawberry Park Shopping Center, Saratoga Square, Westgate Shopping Center, Valley Fair, and Santana Row
- Quiet, well-managed complex with one of the best HOAs in the valley
- Family-friendly community with parks, groceries, and coffee shops nearby