Property Overview:
156 Galway Ter is a single-family home in Fremont, CA, built in 1989. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,460 sq. ft. of living space. The home last sold for $370,000 in 2015; the current estimated value is $1,177,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 7.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Niles Elementary, James Logan High, Centerville Junior High, and Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay.- Average SAT score: 1106 (576 Math, 530 English) — above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 63.8% white-collar jobs, 36.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 66,691 (7.4% growth since 2000).
- 71% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.05%), second largest 25-34 years (15.54%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.9°F (January), 78.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.9 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $78,663.
- Average annual spending: $58,749.
Property Features:
- Hand-scraped Maple Sedona engineered hardwood flooring throughout the first floor.
- Living room with electric fireplace and abundant natural light.
- Gourmet kitchen:
- Cherry wood custom cabinets
- Glass tile backsplash
- Quartz countertops
- Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, dishwasher)
- Stainless steel farmhouse sink
- Galley layout
- Recessed lighting throughout both floors.
- Double-pane windows with grid and sun-reflective film.
- Sliding patio door to a deck and tranquil outdoor retreat.
- Side yard with concrete area for play or entertaining.
- Bathrooms:
- Travisano tiles in downstairs bath
- Updated vanities, porcelain sinks, cabinets, and hardware
- Stand-up showers with floor-to-ceiling tiles
- Upstairs:
- Berber carpet
- Custom built shelving/closets
- Vaulted ceilings
- Master suite with walk-in closet and IKEA cabinets
- Garage:
- Washer/dryer
- Ceramic tile flooring
- Storage cabinets
- New water heater
- Central heating (forced air), tile roof, slab foundation.
- HOA fee: $60/month (includes garden/greenbelt/trails).
- Attached 2-car garage with opener.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient access to freeways, Silicon Valley, and the historic town of Niles.
- Family-friendly community with strong schools and low crime.
- Perfect for entertaining with spacious deck, side yard, and open living areas.