Property Overview:
2266 Pulgas Ave is a single-family home in East Palo Alto, CA, built in 1953. It features 3 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms (some listings note 2 baths), and 1,000 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,150 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a one-car garage, central heating and cooling (Nest thermostat), and has been recently updated with new flooring, recessed lighting, and stainless steel appliances. The estimated home value is $1,095,000 (sold for $305,000 in 2014).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include KIPP Esperanza High, Aspire East Palo Alto Charter, and Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle.- Average SAT score: 1062 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly above state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.04%), second largest 35-44 years (14.67%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Central heating & cooling with Nest thermostat.
- Large backyard with outdoor kitchen, grill, kids play set, storage shed, and fruit trees (lemon & plum).
- Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen.
- Updated kitchen and bathrooms (with permits).
- Fresh paint inside and out, new laminate flooring, and recessed lighting throughout.
- Stainless steel appliances in kitchen.
- Upgraded electrical box for higher amperage.
- Garage and driveway parking.
- Move-in ready; well-kept with friendly neighbors.
- Grass maintenance by homeowner; utilities paid by renter (for lease).
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Minutes to Facebook, Google, Stanford University, Box, Amazon, and downtown Palo Alto.
- Easy access to Highway 101, Dumbarton Bridge, shopping, dining, and recreation.
- Walking/biking trails nearby.
- Great for entertaining and family living; potential to expand.