2095 Bowdoin St, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA


Property Overview:

2095 Bowdoin St is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1985. It features 2 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a versatile loft, bonus room, and a finished basement across 1,646 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and heating system. The estimated home value is $2,203,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.9% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 5.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Escondido Elementary, Palo Alto High, Frank S. Greene Junior Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.

    • Average SAT score: 1221 (higher than state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000).
    • 56% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.92%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.54%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $93,826.
    • Average annual spending: $66,240.

Property Features:

  • Charming and versatile with abundant natural light, high ceilings, and well-placed windows for a bright, airy atmosphere.
  • Tastefully remodeled interior blending modern finishes with distinct architectural details.
  • Flexible living spaces: versatile loft, bonus room, and finished basement—ideal for remote work, guests, or hobbies.
  • Low-maintenance backyard and expansive second-floor terrace—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
  • Move-in ready with a blend of comfort and style.

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Palo Alto location: Minutes from California Avenue, boutique shopping, restaurants, cafés, Caltrain, local parks, and Stanford University.
  • Heart of Silicon Valley with a welcoming neighborhood feel.
  • Ideal for commuters, families, and those seeking a vibrant community atmosphere.

Price and Status History

date type price
1985-07-29 Off Market 285000.0
1987-05-26 Rental 325000.0
2024-01-01 For Sale 2329292.5
2025-04-24 For Sale 2388000.0

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
BECKMAN INSTRUMENTS 1117 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1106, USA N N NF 0 CAD028872711 0.38
ALZA PHARMACEUTICALS 1454 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1124, USA N N NF 0 CAD061622783 0.38
BECKMAN INSTRUMENTS INC 1050 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1019, USA N N NF 0 CAD981616048 0.44
ALZA CORP 950 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1012, USA N N NF 0 CAD049231541 0.50
AYDIN ENERGY DIVISION 3180 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD049236326 0.60
HEWLETT-PACKARD (620-640 PAGE MILL ROAD) 620 - 640 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N F 32 CAD980884209 0.61
EASTMAN KODAK CO 925 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1013, USA N N NF 0 CAD028874253 0.65
TELEDYNE MEC 3165 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1213, USA N N NF 0 CAD009696097 0.78
HEWLETT PACKARD MFG PRINTED CIRCUITS 3215 Porter Drive BLDG #15, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1257, USA N N NF 0 CAD009122540 0.79
LOCKHEED MISSLES & SPACE CO 3170 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1212, USA N N NF 0 CAD981994957 0.80

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
ALZA CORP 2575 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1116, USA 6 1991 N/A 94303LZCRP2575H 0.36
LITTON ELECTRON DEVICES 601 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1101, USA 38 1994 N/A 94304VRNMG601CA 0.60
HEWLETT-PACKARD CO STANFORD PARK DIV 1501 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1126, USA 19 1991 N/A 94304HWLTT1501P 0.66
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS 911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1028, USA 107 2023 Yes 94303VRNSS611HA 0.80
LOCKHEED MARTIN MISSILES & SPACE 3251 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1121, USA 4 1994 N/A 94304LCKHD3251H 0.85
COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA 4 2008 N/A 94304CMMNC607HA 0.95
WATKINS JOHNSON CO 3333 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA 10 1995 N/A 94304WTKNS3333H 0.98
HEWLETT-PACKARD CO PALO ALTO FABRICATION CTR 395 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2065, USA 11 1990 N/A 94306HWLTT395PA 1.00

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Flood Risk Info

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A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 4
Very High 0 0 0 0

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