Property Overview:
209 Race St is a single-family home in the Rose Garden area of San Jose, CA 95126. Built in 1920 (some records state 1935), it features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,812 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,663 sq. ft. lot. The property includes a huge basement and a parking garage. The estimated home value ranges from $865,200 to $972,280.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 12.4% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 13.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Abraham Lincoln High, Luther Burbank Elementary, and Herbert Hoover Middle.- Average SAT score: 1057 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 61.1% white-collar jobs, 38.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 29,548 (10% growth since 2000).
- 52% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (22.6%); second largest: 35-44 years (16%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.8°F (January), 78.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 13.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $60,578.
- Average annual spending: $48,757.
Property Features:
- Fixer-upper opportunity in a prime Rose Garden location.
- 1,812 sq. ft. residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a large basement.
- Built in 1920/1935 (per city records).
- Lot size: 5,663 sq. ft.
- Parking garage included.
- Rental estimate: $2,573–$3,188/month.
- Comparable homes: 61 N Willard Ave, 1257 Singletary Ave, 50 N Willard Ave.
- Nearby amenities:
- Grocery: Mary’s Market, Safeway, Smart & Final Extra!
- Coffee: Starbucks, Crema #1202, Peet’s Coffee and Tea
- Restaurants: Pizza Hut, Pier 402, Grand Seafood Kitchen
- Parks: Cahill Park, Rosicrucian Park, Hester Park
- Transit: Minutes to 280, 680, 17, 87, 101, Caltrain, SJC airport
- Shopping/Entertainment: Westfield Mall, Santana Row, SAP Center
- Education/Medical: San Jose State University, San Jose City College, Valley Medical Center
Renovated Home Comparison:
- Fully renovated Victorian in the same area features:
- 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,150 sq. ft.
- Modern open floor plan with 10 ft ceilings
- Designer kitchen: Custom Ronbow cabinets, Italian marble, Thermador appliances
- Luxury finishes: Engineered hardwood, chandeliers, tankless water heater, smart home features
- Outdoor oasis: Large deck, covered patios, landscaped yard
- List price: $1,698,000
Location Benefits:
- Centrally located with quick access to major highways and Silicon Valley tech hubs.
- Convenient to shopping, dining, parks, schools, and public transit.
- Ideal for buyers seeking a project or a fully renovated move-in ready home in a vibrant, growing community.