Property Overview:
215 Galano Plz is a move-in ready, top floor condo in the desirable Mission Village community of Union City, CA. Built in 1985, this recently renovated unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 710 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a stackable in-unit washer and dryer, private balcony with a partial pool view, and parking garage. The estimated home value is $474,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.6% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.9% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Guy Junior Emanuele Elementary, James Logan High, Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay, and Cesar Chavez Middle.- Average SAT score: 969 (state average: 975).
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Job Market:
- 58.2% white-collar jobs, 41.8% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 65,158 (9.8% growth since 2000).
- 81% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.66%), followed by 25-34 years (14.63%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.0°F (January), 79.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 19.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,926.
- Average annual spending: $56,698.
Property Features:
- Recently renovated with new interior/exterior paint, new lighting, and new flooring.
- Stackable in-unit washer and dryer and refrigerator included.
- Private balcony with partial pool and greenery views.
- Kitchen: Features a convenient breakfast bar.
- HOA includes: water, garbage, pool, clubhouse, and fire insurance.
- Low HOA dues.
- Owner-occupied recommended (community has reached rental capacity).
- Quiet upper unit with morning sun exposure.
- Close to BART, freeways, shopping, restaurants, and parks.
- Open houses and recent updates (balcony, staircase, flooring, lighting).
Location Benefits:
- Commuter’s dream: Immediate access to freeways, BART, and public transportation.
- Nestled at the base of the Union City foothills; near Dry Creek Regional Park and community trails.
- Great for first-time home buyers, veterans, and investors.
- Rarely available in this sought-after community.