Property Overview:
185 Escallonia Dr is a condominium/townhome in Novato, CA, built in 1979. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,548 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a fireplace, central heating and cooling, and a parking garage. The property last sold for $555,000 in 2016; the current estimated value is $665,900.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 9.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Olive Elementary, Marin Oaks High, Nova Education Center, and Sinaloa Middle.- Average SAT score: 1,058 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 68.5% white-collar jobs, 31.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 17,414 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.92%); second largest: 35-44 years (13.38%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 54.0°F (January), 71.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $83,526.
- Average annual spending: $61,044.
Property Features:
- Spacious two-story townhome in a cul-de-sac location, backing to open space with hillside and wildlife views.
- Recently updated:
- Dual-paned windows
- Recessed lighting
- Upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances and engineered stone countertops
- New attic insulation
- Living/Dining:
- Large living room with fireplace and sliding door to a fenced patio (ideal for gardening/entertaining)
- Dining room/living room combo
- Eating space in kitchen
- Upstairs:
- Primary suite with vaulted ceilings, 3 closets, full bath, and hillside views
- 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, and laundry closet
- Parking:
- One-car detached garage
- Assigned parking space
- Guest parking throughout the development
- Community Amenities:
- Pool
- Tennis courts
- Other:
- Recently painted, carpets cleaned
- Quiet area
- Easy access to freeway, shopping, and schools
Location Benefits:
- Backs to open space for privacy and nature views
- Quiet, family-friendly community
- Convenient for commuters with easy freeway access
- Close to shopping, schools, and recreation
- Community amenities (pool, tennis) enhance lifestyle