Property Overview:
1835-1837 Woodland Ave is a duplex in East Palo Alto, CA, built in 1957. The property features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,073 sq. ft. of living space (each unit: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath). Includes private garages with washer/dryer hookups and individual yard spaces. The property is being sold “as is” and is a fixer-upper. Last sold in 2016 for $550,500; current estimated value is $1,225,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Duveneck Elementary, East Palo Alto Academy, and Frank S. Greene Junior Middle.- Average SAT score: 1062 (546 Math, 516 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly above state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.67%), followed by 25-34 years (14.04%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Two spacious units: Each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
- Private garages with direct access and washer/dryer hookups.
- Individual yard spaces for each unit; rear unit has a large private yard.
- Newer double-pane windows throughout.
- Strong, stable, long-term residents.
- Potential for value-add: Front unit yard can be expanded; property is a fixer-upper.
- To be sold together (both units).
Location Benefits:
- Prime East Palo Alto location:
- West of 101, south of University Ave, on the Palo Alto border.
- 2 miles to Stanford University and Meta headquarters.
- 4 miles to Google headquarters.
- Easy access to major tech hubs, academic institutions, and local amenities.
- Desirable growth corridor in the Bay Area—ideal for investors or owner-occupants seeking privacy, accessibility, and opportunity.