173 Sierra Vista Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043-4472, USA


Property Overview:

173 Sierra Vista Ave #6 is a charming townhome in Mountain View, CA, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Built in 1987, it features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,196 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes an attached 1-car garage, an additional driveway parking spot, and private outdoor spaces. The estimated home value is $1,599,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.6% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 3.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby top-rated schools include Stevenson Elementary, Crittenden Middle, and Los Altos High.

    • Average SAT score: 1159 (higher than state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 63.8% white-collar jobs, 36.2% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 32,542 (8% growth since 2000).
    • 55% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (21.61%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 50.8°F (January), 87.8°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 16.7 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $72,305.
    • Average annual spending: $55,322.

Property Features:

  • Interior:

    • Spacious living room with hardwood floors, fireplace, and natural light.
    • Pass-through kitchen with tile countertops, ample cabinetry, and appliances (refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave).
    • Two large bedroom suites, each with private bathrooms and balconies.
    • Updated bathrooms with dual-sink vanities and modern finishes.
    • In-unit washer and dryer included.
  • Exterior:

    • Private fenced backyard with a deck for entertaining.
    • Landscaped front yard maintained by HOA.
  • Parking:

    • 1-car attached garage with extra storage.
    • 1 assigned driveway parking spot.
  • Pet Policy:

    • Pet-friendly: 1 dog or 2 cats allowed.

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Location:

    • 1.5 miles from Google Headquarters.
    • Walking distance to San Antonio CalTrain and Downtown Mountain View.
    • Close to shopping, parks, and bike paths.
  • Nearby Parks:

    • Rex Manor Park, Rengstorff Park, Stevenson Park, and Monta Loma Park.
  • Transportation:

    • Bike Score: 84/100 (Very Bikeable).
    • Easy access to HWY 101/85 and public transit.

Recent Updates:

  • Fully renovated:

    • New floors, paint, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom upgrades.
    • Landscaped backyard with space for BBQ and outdoor entertaining.
  • Move-in ready:

    • Modern lighting and sound insulation for quiet living.

Perfect For:

  • Professionals: Ideal for those working in Silicon Valley.
  • Families: Excellent schools and a safe, quiet neighborhood.
  • Investors: High demand for rentals near tech hubs.

Price and Status History

date type price
1987-10-19 Rental 177500.0
1992-01-17 Sold 272500.0
2005-06-14 Sold 595000.0
2012-08-31 Sold 650000.0
2018-09-06 Sold 684892.8
2020-01-21 Rental 4400.0
2020-02-12 For Sale 1325000.0
2020-03-28 For Sale 1748000.0
2020-04-21 Rental 4200.0
2022-10-13 For Sale 1350000.0
2022-10-14 Pending NaN
2023-06-01 Off Market NaN
2023-10-08 Pending NaN
2023-10-10 Off Market NaN
2023-10-11 For Sale 1198000.0
2023-10-20 Pending NaN
2023-11-17 Sold 1280000.0
2024-10-24 For Sale 1748000.0
2024-11-08 For Sale 1648000.0
2024-11-18 Pending NaN
2024-11-20 Pending NaN
2024-12-12 Sold 1620000.0
2024-12-13 Sold 1648000.0

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
IDEAL SERVICE LAUNDRY 113 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040-1810, USA N N NF 0 CAN000905988 0.16
JASCO CHEMICAL CORP. 1710 Villa Street, Mountain View, CA 94041-1018, USA N D 76 CAD009103318 0.27
SIERRA VISTA PROPERTIES 465 Sierra Vista Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043-2905, USA N N OS 0 CAD982400285 0.42
PLESSEY MICRO SCIENCE INC 2296 Mora Place, Mountain View, CA 94040, USA N N NF 0 CAD009440371 0.61
SPECTRA-PHYSICS, INC. 1250 West Middlefield Road, Mountain View, CA 94043-3113, USA N F 29 CAD009138488 0.72
MOUNTAIN VIEW LDFL SHORELINE REG PK, Stierlin Road, Mountain View, CA 94040, USA N N NF 0 CAD980498711 0.76
MEW STUDY AREA Middlefield, Ellis, Whisman & Vicinity, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA N A 0 CAD982463812 0.77
TELEDYNE SEMICONDUCTOR 1300 Terra Bella Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043-1850, USA N F 16 CAD009111444 0.78
FREMONT LAUNDRY 990 Villa Street, Mountain View, CA 94041-1236, USA N N NF 0 CAN000909399 0.79
CAMELLIA PARK 333 Stierlin Road, Mountain View, CA 94043-4619, USA N N NF 0 CAD982400277 0.79

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SYMTRON CORP 2235 Mora Place, Mountain View, CA 94040-6207, USA 8 1990 N/A 94043SYMTR2235M 0.57
PENINSULA BLUEPRINT INC 1400 West Middlefield Road, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA 1 1992 N/A 94043PNNSL1400M 0.63
SPECTRA-PHYSICS LASER INC 1335 Terra Bella Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043-1835, USA 15 1993 N/A 94043SPCTR1250W 0.71
SYMTRON CORP 1060 L’AVENIDA, Mountain View, CA 94043-1422, USA 6 1993 N/A 94043SYMTR1060L 0.77
ABBOTT CRITICAL CARE & CONTROL SYSTEM 1212 Terra Bella Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043-1824, USA 2 1989 N/A 94043BBTTC1212T 0.83

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

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