Property Overview:
237 Kelton Ave is a single-family home in San Carlos, CA, built in 1946. It features 3 bedrooms (currently configured as 2, easily converted back), 1 bathroom, and 1,510 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, central heating system, partial basement/workshop, and is estimated at $2,071,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.3% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.5% (below state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools: White Oaks Elementary, Redwood High, Central Middle.- Average SAT score: 1039 (534 Math, 505 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 71.4% white-collar jobs, 28.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 1.8% (much lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,104 (13% growth since 2000).
- 68% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.6%), followed by 35-44 years (17.2%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.1°F (January), 76.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $100,859.
- Average annual spending: $69,772.
Property Features:
- Open-concept living/dining room with recessed lighting.
- Updated, sunny kitchen: Tile or granite countertops, gas range, Bosch dishwasher, stainless refrigerator, new double-pane windows.
- Peaceful backyard with persimmon and lemon trees.
- Newly polished hardwood floors and fresh paint (inside & out).
- Partial basement usable as workshop or artist studio.
- Washer/Dryer included.
- Brand new Carrier gas furnace.
- Blocks from White Oaks Elementary & Burton Park.
- Easy access to downtown San Carlos, shopping, restaurants, and award-winning schools.
- Convenient freeway access.
Location Benefits:
- Prime White Oaks neighborhood—one of the most desirable streets.
- Family-friendly community with strong school options.
- Commuter-friendly: Close to downtown, parks, and major highways.
- Ideal for families and entertaining with a spacious, flexible layout and inviting outdoor space.