Property Overview:
260 Hudson Bay St is a single-family home in Foster City, CA, built in 1971. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,103 sq. ft. of living space (expanded to 2,927 sq. ft. after a 2008 renovation). The home includes a parking garage, central heating, and is currently valued at approximately $2,292,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.6% (well below state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Foster City Elementary, Design Technical High, San Mateo County Special Education, and Abbott Middle.- Average SAT score: 1076 (553 Math, 523 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 76.7% white-collar jobs, 23.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 32,202 (13% growth since 2000).
- 62% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.43%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.07%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 73.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 21.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $108,169.
- Average annual spending: $73,732.
Property Features:
- Spacious, sun-filled, one-level home with large backyard—ideal for entertaining.
- Extensively renovated and expanded in 2008 by architect Ronald Shimamoto.
- Design inspiration: Japanese aesthetics & Frank Lloyd Wright.
- Soaring ceilings, skylights, and sky-tunnels for abundant natural light.
- High-quality Brazilian cherry hardwood floors in main living areas and kitchen.
- Luxury vinyl flooring in bedrooms; tile floors in bathrooms.
- Bright, open kitchen with ample storage, extra-large island, and cooktop (outlets for both gas and electric).
- Extra-large refrigerator in kitchen and another in garage.
- Versatile layout:
- 4 bedrooms
- Bonus office
- Flexible front room (potential 5th bedroom, office, art, or yoga studio)
- Finished, insulated garage with attic storage and additional storage space.
- Well-maintained landscaping: mature rose plants, grape vines, and a raised bed garden.
- Backyard: Two sitting areas, perfect for gatherings.
- Freshly painted and move-in ready.
- Clean inspection reports: home, termite, and roof.
- No overhead airplane noise on this side of Foster City.
- Great location: Close to Boothbay Park, Foster City Elementary, and Edgewater Shopping Center.
Location Benefits:
- Peaceful, family-friendly community with strong schools and low crime.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to parks, schools, and shopping.
- Perfect for entertaining and modern family living.
- Offer due: December 9th at 10am.