Property Overview:
17428 Blue Jay Dr is a single-family home in Morgan Hill, CA, built in 1974. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and approximately 2,900 sq. ft. of living space on a half-acre (approx. 22,000 sq. ft.) lot. The home includes a parking garage, heating system, and has undergone over $100,000 in recent interior & exterior updates. The estimated home value is $1,211,000 (last sold for $812,000 in 2014).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.6% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 7.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Jackson Academy of Music and Math (JAMM), Live Oak High, and Lewis H. Britton Middle.- Average SAT score: 1051 (higher than state average of 975).
- Nordstrom Elementary attendance area.
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Job Market:
- 62.9% white-collar jobs, 37.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,820 (19% growth since 2000).
- 79% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.88%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.51%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 30.7°F (January), 67.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 21.7 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $93,576.
- Average annual spending: $66,090.
Property Features:
- Custom-built home with extensive recent updates.
- Lake & mountain views overlooking Lake Anderson.
- Guest quarters on lower level with full kitchen, bedroom, bath, and private entrance—ideal for multi-generational living or rental.
- Remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, granite counters, tile backsplash, breakfast bar, and wood cabinets.
- Dining room opens to a deck with waterfall and landscaping.
- Living room with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, and large windows for scenic views.
- Primary suite features electric fireplace, French doors, recessed lighting, custom tile bathroom with jetted tub, stall shower, double sinks, and a large dressing room with built-in cabinets and mirrored closets.
- Lower level includes 2 bedrooms, game/entertainment room, full bath with custom tile, second full kitchen, laundry room, and private entrance.
- Mature landscaping with majestic oaks, rock outcroppings, and multiple outdoor entertaining areas.
- Long driveway, covered paver carport, circular driveway for easy access and ample parking.
Location Benefits:
- Holiday Lake Estates: One of South County’s most desirable and secluded neighborhoods—a hidden gem.
- Picturesque woodland setting with privacy and serenity.
- Minutes to town conveniences and major commute routes.
- Ideal for families, entertaining, and those seeking tranquility near Silicon Valley.