234 Buena Vista Ave, Richmond, CA 94801, USA

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Property Overview:

234 Buena Vista Ave is a single-family home in Richmond, CA, built in 2006. It features a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath main house plus a legal 1-bedroom in-law unit (ADU) with a separate entrance and parking. The total living space is approximately 3,433 sq. ft. The home includes a 2-car garage, multiple decks, and a terraced garden. The estimated home value is $1,895,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • 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%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Washington Elementary, Greenwood Academy, and Richmond Charter Academy.

    • Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 52.6% blue-collar jobs, 47.4% white-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 10.2% (higher than state average of 4.7%).

  • 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%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 52.7°F (January), 76.9°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 13.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $45,032.
    • Average annual spending: $39,905.

Property Features:

  • Main House:
    • 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
    • Media room, office, laundry room
    • Dramatic tall ceilings and open-concept design
    • Stone fireplace heating the top floor
    • Large deck off the living room; covered pergola deck off the kitchen
    • Primary suite with walk-in closet, opens to a deck with hot tub
    • Multiple decks and abundant natural light
  • In-Law Unit (ADU):
    • 1 bedroom, separate entrance, private deck & parking
    • Ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or rental income
  • Outdoor Spaces:
    • Terraced garden and chicken coop
    • 10,000 sq. ft. lot with pathways
  • Parking:
    • 2-car garage and additional parking for ADU

Location Benefits:

  • Blocks from downtown Point Richmond:
    • Shops, restaurants, and historic sites just four blocks away
    • Keller Beach Park and recreational amenities within half a mile
    • Easy access to parks, trails, ferry, and the Richmond Plunge pool
  • Vibrant, family-friendly community with growing population
  • Stunning views of the East Bay hills and excellent indoor-outdoor flow
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Price and Status History

date type price
2003-09-05 Off Market 85000
2022-03-02 Off Market NaN
2022-07-04 Pending NaN
2023-02-22 For Sale 1349000
2023-02-23 For Sale NaN
2023-03-20 Pending NaN
2023-03-21 Pending NaN
2023-03-31 Pending NaN
2023-05-18 Sold 1278000
2023-05-21 Pending NaN
2023-05-31 Sold 1278000
2025-04-16 For Sale 1375000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SANTA FE RR AT FERRY PT FT OF GARRARD AT, Ferry Point Loop Trail, Richmond, CA 94801, USA N N NF 0 CAD980893994 0.23
HENSLEY & WILLARD SITE ADJACENT TO SOUTHRN PACIFIC, Railroad Avenue, Richmond, CA 94802, USA N N NF 0 CAD982358079 0.26
NAVAL SUPPLY CENTER PT MOLATE SITE Western Drive OFF SR 17, Richmond, CA 94801, USA Y N HS 0 CA0170090021 0.28
BAY TERMINALS INC 795 Wharf Street, Richmond, CA 94587, USA N N NF 0 CAT080012081 0.50
BRAY OIL CO INC 801 Wharf Street, Richmond, CA 94804-3557, USA N N NF 0 CAD028980050 0.51
PORT OF RICHMOND SHIPYARDS 1312 Canal Boulevard, Richmond, CA 94804, USA N N NF 0 CAD981982432 0.71
LEVIN RICHMOND/UNITED HECKATHORN 402 Wright Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804-3532, USA N N NF 0 CAD980673560 0.87
CHEVRON USA RICHMOND REF 841 Standard Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804, USA N N NF 0 CAD009114919 0.94

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
AIRGAS DRY ICE 731 West Cutting Boulevard, Richmond, CA 94804-2023, USA 12 2019 Yes 94804RGSDR731BW 0.35
PARKER HANNIFIN CORP VERIFLO DIV RICHMOND 250 Canal Boulevard, Richmond, CA 94804-2002, USA 45 2023 Yes 94804VRFLC250CA 0.50
BRENNTAG PACIFIC INC. 860 Wharf Street, Richmond, CA 94804-3558, USA 78 2023 Yes 94804GRTWS860WH 0.54
CHEVRON RICHMOND TECHNOLOGY CENTER 100 Chevron Way RM10-3138, Richmond, CA 94801-2016, USA 1139 2023 Yes 94802CHVRN576ST 0.56
GOLD BOND BUILDING PRODUCTS - RICHMOND 1040 Canal Boulevard, Richmond, CA 94804-3550, USA 24 2023 Yes 94804NWNGC1040C 0.64
PHILLIPS 66 RICHMOND TERMINAL 1300 Canal Boulevard, Richmond, CA 94804-3556, USA 277 2023 Yes 94804TSCRC1300C 0.90

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
GENERAL CHEMICAL WEST LLC 525 Castro Street, Richmond, CA 94801-2104, USA OPR: Operating 0.82
CHEMTRADE WEST US LLC 525 Castro Street East, Richmond, CA 94801-2104, USA 0.82
CHEVRON PRODUCTS COMPANY 841 Chevron Way, Richmond, CA 94801-2006, USA OPR: Operating 0.86
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 0 0
AE 0 1 3 6
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 3 4

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
North Hayward Mare Island 0 0 1
North Hayward Oakland West 0 0 0
North Hayward Richmond 0 0 1
South Hayward Mare Island 0 0 0
South Hayward Oakland West 0 0 1
South Hayward Richmond 0 0 0

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 1 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 3 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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