Property Overview:
188 Hillcrest Rd is a single-family home in San Carlos, CA, built in 1949. It features 2-3 bedrooms (with a bonus room staged as a third bedroom), 1-2 bathrooms, and 1,370 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a central heating system. The estimated home value is $1,515,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Arundel Elementary, Central Middle, Carlmont High, and San Mateo County Special Education.- Average SAT score: 1039 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 71.4% white-collar jobs, 28.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 1.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,104 (13% growth since 2000).
- 68% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.6%), followed by 35-44 years (17.2%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.1°F (January), 76.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $100,859.
- Average annual spending: $69,772.
Property Features:
- Breathtaking views of East Bay Hills, San Mateo Bridge, and Mt. Diablo.
- 3 bedrooms (including a spacious bonus room/third bedroom on the lower level).
- 2 bathrooms (including a full bath on the lower level).
- Hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and glass panel doors leading to outdoor spaces.
- Chef’s kitchen:
- White cabinets, designer tile backsplash, Wine River granite countertops.
- Top-of-the-line appliances: GE 5-burner gas range, 42" GE Monogram built-in refrigerator.
- Center island with trash compactor, storage, pet eating area, and large skylight.
- Living spaces:
- Fireplace with glass doors, crown molding, large windows framing the views.
- Dining area with built-in cabinetry and chandelier.
- Lower level:
- Bonus room/third bedroom, full bath, and temperature-controlled wine cellar.
- Outdoor living:
- Large patio, hot tub-ready pad, raised patio section with panoramic views.
- Orange and oak trees for natural beauty.
Location Benefits:
- Serene hilltop setting with panoramic views.
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools.
- Safe neighborhood with low crime rates.
- Convenient access to local amenities and major highways.
- Ideal for entertaining and enjoying outdoor living.