Property Overview:
188 S Bernardo Ave is a single-family home in Sunnyvale, CA, originally built in 1926. It offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 1,636 sq. ft. of living space on a 0.13-acre lot. The home features a gourmet kitchen, open floor plan, central heating & AC, and a large basement with high ceilings suitable for office or storage. The property is zoned R2 and is currently listed for $1,998,888–$2,098,888.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.5% (well below state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 4.7% (below state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Vargas Elementary, Sunnyvale Middle, Alta Vista High, and within the Fremont Union High School District (notably Homestead High).
- Average SAT score: 1101 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
- Close to major tech employers: Apple, Google, NVIDIA, and more
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Demographics:
- Population: 64,185 (19% growth since 2000)
- 56% families with children
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (25.09%)
- Second largest: 35–44 years (16.62%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk
- Low tornado risk
- High earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 49.0°F (January), 84.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 15.8 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $75,046
- Average annual spending: $56,753
Property Features:
- Meticulously remodeled with modern upgrades:
- Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stonework, and abundant cabinetry
- Open-concept layout flowing into a sunlit family room
- Recessed lighting, brand-new electrical and plumbing, central heating & AC
- Large basement with high ceilings (ideal for office or storage)
- Hardwood floors, coved ceilings, large bedrooms, and laundry room with bonus 1/2 bath
- Spacious yard with two large storage sheds and covered patio
- Long driveway with ample parking (tandem, no garage)
- EV hookup and public utilities
- Zoned R2 (potential for additional units)
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Minutes from downtown Sunnyvale, Murphy Street, Castro Street, Sunnyvale Library, parks, theaters, grocery stores, and restaurants
- Excellent commute: Easy access to freeways 85, 237, and 101
- Close to major tech companies: Apple, Google, NVIDIA, and more
- Family-friendly community with top-rated schools and low crime
- Ideal for entertaining and comfortable family living