Property Overview:
149 Benton Ave is a single-family home in San Francisco, CA, built in 1926. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,468 sq. ft. of living space on a 0.075-acre lot. The home includes a two-car garage, updated dual-pane windows, and a newer roof. The estimated home value is $1,487,000, with a listing price of $1,399,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 20% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 15.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Serra (Junipero) Elementary, Jordan (June) School for Equity, and King Junior (Martin Luther) Academic Middle.- Average SAT score: 849 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 54.6% white-collar jobs, 45.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 5.0% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 70,296 (9% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.27%), followed by 25-34 years (14.78%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 48.6°F (January), 62.1°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $65,103.
- Average annual spending: $51,430.
Property Features:
- Spanish Mediterranean-style home in St. Mary’s Park, nestled between Bernal Heights and Glen Park.
- Fully detached on a generous lot with modern updates and architectural details.
- Main Level:
- Light-filled living room with fireplace, built-ins, and parquet floors.
- Formal dining room with refinished hardwood floors and Red Gum wood trim.
- Updated kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances and a breakfast area.
- 2 spacious bedrooms, a bonus space (ideal for office/nursery), and a well-appointed bathroom.
- Lower Level:
- Finished flex room with private entrance (potential ADU, home office, or bedroom).
- Full bath, laundry area, and two-car garage.
- Outdoor Living:
- Landscaped yard with a tranquil patio for al fresco dining.
Location Benefits:
- Proximity to amenities: Near St. Mary’s Rec Center, sports fields, tennis courts, playground, and dog park.
- Close to Cortland Street, Glen Park Village, and public transit options (MUNI, BART, Tech shuttles).
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to freeways.