Property Overview:
2121 Jefferson Ave is a single-family home in the Mt. Carmel area of Redwood City, CA 94062, built in 1931. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,180 sq. ft. of living space, plus a 300+ sq. ft. finished basement (not included in official square footage). The property includes a 2-car detached garage converted into a 437 sq. ft. 1-bed/1-bath ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit/In-law unit). The estimated market value ranges from $800,800 to $1,500,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population:
- Community of 24,170 residents (9% growth since 2000)
- 70% families with children
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (18.86%)
- Second largest: 35-44 years (13.96%)
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 7.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Nearby: Roosevelt Elementary, McKinley Institute of Technology, Sequoia High
- Average SAT score: 1003 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 72.1% white-collar jobs, 27.9% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 1.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $154,136
- Average annual spending: $87,712
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.5°F (January), 81.4°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 18.1 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
Property Features:
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Extensively remodeled with modern European chef kitchen (stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, quartz counters)
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Open floorplan with wide plank waterproof laminate wood flooring throughout
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Three remodeled bathrooms with designer touches
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Upgrades:
- New furnace
- LED recessed lighting
- Dual-paned windows
- Copper plumbing
- 2-panel interior doors
- Freshly painted inside and out
- Zone AC in main house and ADU
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Finished basement (300+ sq. ft.): Ideal for home office, gym, extra bedroom, or great room
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Detached 2-car garage converted to ADU (437 sq. ft.):
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Kitchenette with gas hookup
- Perfect for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living
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Backyard:
- Custom stone tile work
- Sunlight-adjustable pergola
- Large storage shed
- Security gate
- Brand new concrete driveway and patio
- New landscaping
- Plenty of off-street parking
- Private and ideal for entertaining
Location Benefits:
- Prime central location: Steps from downtown Redwood City, Whole Foods, and Sequoia Station
- Great walkability and easy commute to major highways and public transportation
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools and low crime
- Modern amenities and flexible living spaces for home office, rental, or multi-generational needs