Property Overview:
2160 Menalto Ave is a single-family home in Menlo Park, CA, built in 2008. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,290 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a large yard, patio, and an immense 2-car garage. The estimated home value is $1,494,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle, Belle Haven Elementary, Oxford Day Academy, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1100 (566 Math, 534 English)—above state average of 975.
- Other nearby schools: Laurel Elementary, Hillview Middle School, Menlo-Atherton High.
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Job Market:
- 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,986 (10% growth since 2000).
- 59% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.02%), followed by 45-54 years (14.98%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 87.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,463.
- Average annual spending: $72,061.
Property Features:
- Contemporary design with open-concept layout and vaulted ceilings.
- Abundant natural light from expansive windows and quad panel sliding doors.
- Gourmet kitchen: Quartz countertops, waterfall island, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry.
- Primary suite: Large bedroom, luxurious bath with jacuzzi tub.
- Dedicated laundry room.
- Hardwood floors throughout.
- Large yard and patio—ideal for entertaining.
- Immense 2-car garage with extra storage and large driveway.
- Smart home features: Smart controls, SPAN electrical panels.
- Sustainability:
- 24 fully-paid solar panels (buyer solar tax credit up to $8K).
- High-R dual pane windows, energy recovery ventilator, Unico high-velocity HVAC, greywater plumbing.
- Carbon-negative design with advanced energy-efficient systems and sustainable building practices.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Willows neighborhood: Serene, tree-lined streets, strong sense of community.
- Walkable: 8 blocks to Willow Oaks Park (playground, tennis, dog park).
- Convenient: 1 mile to downtown Palo Alto and Menlo Park dining/shopping.
- Excellent access to Stanford, Facebook, and Silicon Valley employers.
- Family-friendly and perfect for professionals seeking a peaceful yet connected lifestyle.