Property Overview:
222 8th Ave, Apt 302 is a luxury townhouse-style condominium in downtown San Mateo, CA, built in 2006. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a loft/possible 3rd bedroom, and 1,538 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes no shared walls, dramatic 19-foot ceilings, a fireplace, in-unit laundry, and 2 deeded parking spots in a gated underground garage. The estimated home value is $1,391,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.2% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
- Low overall crime risk with only 7 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Sunnybrae Elementary, Borel Middle, and Aragon High.- Average SAT score: 975 (state average).
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Job Market:
- 54.6% white-collar jobs, 45.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 32,760 (11% growth since 2000).
- 56% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.03%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.22%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Minimal flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.0°F (January), 66.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $61,942.
- Average annual spending: $49,596.
Property Features:
- Top floor, corner unit with no shared walls for maximum privacy.
- Dramatic 19-foot ceilings in the living room with a 17-foot window and fireplace.
- Gourmet kitchen: Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.
- Master suite: Located on the 2nd level with 2 walk-in closets and a luxurious bathroom (marble floors, marble-tile shower, separate tub).
- Loft/3rd bedroom/family room/office on the 2nd level.
- In-unit laundry room with washer & dryer.
- Huge storage room on the 2nd floor.
- 2 private balconies with courtyard views.
- Central AC & heating.
- 2 deeded parking spots in a gated underground garage.
- State-of-the-art gym and courtyards with fountains & cascading waterfall.
- Move-in ready and elegantly appointed with limestone, marble, and newer carpet.
Location Benefits:
- Prime downtown location: Steps to Central Park, shopping, and fine dining.
- Walk to Caltrain station for easy access to San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and the Peninsula.
- Vibrant urban living with access to award-winning restaurants, Equinox gym, and more.
- Ideal for commuters and those seeking a luxury, low-maintenance lifestyle in the heart of San Mateo.