Property Overview:
229 Drakes Bay Ct is a single-family home in Richmond, CA 94801, built in 2004. It features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2,255 sq. ft. of living space on a 3,060 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a two-car garage, open kitchen/living/dining area, and a landscaped backyard. The estimated home value ranges from $847,000 to $1,071,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 33.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 20.4% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
- Overall crime risk: Moderately high.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Washington Elementary, John F Kennedy High, Fred T Korematsu Middle, Richmond Charter Academy, and John Henry High.- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
- Schools are considered average.
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Job Market:
- 52.6% blue-collar jobs, 47.4% white-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 10.2% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 27,429 (13.8% growth since 2000).
- 65.7% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.28%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.28%).
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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: 52.7°F (January), 76.9°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 13.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $45,032.
- Average annual spending: $39,905.
Property Features:
- Turnkey property near the San Francisco Bay in the Seacliff community.
- Open-concept main floor with large kitchen, living, and dining area—ideal for entertaining.
- Upstairs master suite with Juliet balcony, rain-shower, jacuzzi-style tub, and two walk-in closets.
- Flexible upstairs area for office or potential fourth bedroom.
- Family room with fireplace and built-in shelves.
- Landscaped, stone-paved backyard with natural gas BBQ grill—perfect for outdoor relaxation.
- Formal living room with custom shutters, recessed lighting, and wood floors.
- Two-car garage with direct access.
Location Benefits:
- Minutes to Richmond Ferry for a quick commute to San Francisco.
- Easy access to I-580 freeway, San Rafael Bridge, and BART (4 miles away).
- Steps from the Bay Trail and regional parks for hiking and biking.
- Close to local craft brewery, winery, USS Red Oak Victory Ship, shopping, and dining in historic Point Richmond.
- Near Richmond Yacht Club, marina, and community playspace.
- Enjoy postcard-worthy views and miles of shoreline trails.