Property Overview:
1581 Minnesota Ave is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1954. The property features a main house with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a spacious kitchen. There is also a newer ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 744± sq. ft. of living space. The total lot size is 16,729± sq. ft. The estimated home value is $1,596,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 14.6% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 15.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Blackford Elementary, Del Mar High, and Willow Glen Middle.- Average SAT score: 1057 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 68.0% white-collar jobs, 32.0% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 44,603 (4% growth since 2000).
- 65% families with children.
- Largest age groups: 35-44 years (16.02%), 45-54 years (15.67%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.7°F (January), 77.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 14.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $76,483.
- Average annual spending: $57,364.
Property Features:
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Main House:
- 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms.
- Spacious kitchen with 2 built-in ovens, microwaves, gas cooktop, breakfast bar, skylight, and sunroom-style dining area.
- Formal living room with fireplace, hardwood flooring, and recessed lights.
- Family room with vaulted ceiling, hardwood floor, fireplace, French doors, and skylights.
- Bonus room off main house.
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ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit):
- 744± sq. ft., 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom.
- AC and indoor laundry.
- Vaulted ceilings, skylight, recessed lighting, French doors.
- Kitchen with breakfast bar, pantry, recessed lighting, stained glass windows.
- Living room with French doors opening to both front and back yards.
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Garage & Parking:
- Detached garage (729± sq. ft.)
- Parking area for 10+ cars.
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Lot:
- Large 16,729± sq. ft. lot—one of the largest in Willow Glen.
- Potential for multi-family living or expansion.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Willow Glen location: Short distance to Downtown Willow Glen, shopping, restaurants, and Frank Bramhall Park.
- Family-friendly community with access to top-rated schools.
- Commuter-friendly with proximity to major roads and amenities.
- Rare opportunity for multi-generational or investment property in a sought-after neighborhood.