Property Overview:
2423 Fernwood Ave is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1950. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,134 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a finished 2-car garage with work area, fireplace, and cooling system. The estimated home value is $1,489,000 (last sold for $1,120,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 13.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Westwood Elementary, Buchser Middle, and Abraham Lincoln High.- Average SAT score: 1014 (516 Math, 498 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 64.9% white-collar jobs, 35.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,827 (8% growth since 2000).
- 59% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (19.14%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.76%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 45.2°F (January), 79.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 15.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,843.
- Average annual spending: $56,098.
Property Features:
- Beautifully updated with granite kitchen countertops, custom tile backsplash, custom cabinets, and newer appliances.
- Updated bathroom, bonus bath, and bonus room for added flexibility.
- Fresh interior paint and hardwood floors throughout.
- Rare custom-built walk-in closet.
- Finished 2-car garage with work area and 220V EV charging port.
- Nicely landscaped front and backyard with mature fruit trees (orange, lemon, pomegranate, guava, apple), enclosed kitchen garden, and gazebo for outdoor entertaining.
- Recent upgrades: new roof, attic insulation, water softener, recessed lighting, patio doors, and premium BM Aura paint.
- Quiet street with twin palm trees and gated front yard.
Location Benefits:
- Centrally located yet private, in a tight-knit neighborhood.
- Exceptional walkability: just 2 blocks from Westfield Valley Fair and Santana Row.
- Short drive to Apple’s new campus, SJC airport, and major commute routes (HW 280, 880, 85, 17).
- Perfect for family living and entertaining—Silicon Valley living at its finest!