Property Overview:
2625 Columbia Blvd is a single-family home in Richmond, CA, built in 1957. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 855 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes an attached 1-car garage, double pane windows, and newer interior paint. The estimated home value is $529,900 (last sold for $405,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 24% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 17.4% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Fairmont Elementary, Albany Middle, and El Cerrito High.- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 59.5% white-collar jobs, 40.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 7.0% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 34,685 (5.9% growth since 2000).
- 65.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (15.82%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.44%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.5°F (January), 77.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.6 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,541.
- Average annual spending: $42,023.
Property Features:
- Charming bungalow in the Richmond Annex neighborhood.
- Formal living & dining room with natural oak hardwood floors.
- Modest kitchen ready for updates and personalization.
- Updated bathroom.
- Fenced-in backyard—great for outdoor living.
- Practical amenities: double pane windows, newer paint, attached garage, newer roof, no HOA fees.
- Commuter-friendly: Minutes to BART, bus lines, I-80/580, and close to Berkeley, Marin, and San Francisco.
- Convenient location: Near El Cerrito Plaza, Trader Joe’s, Ranch 99, Costco, restaurants, shops, and entertainment.
Location Benefits:
- Ideal for first-time buyers or investors seeking affordability and potential.
- Prime location for commuters with easy access to public transit and major highways.
- Close to shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
- Flat lot with room for creativity and updates—As-Is sale.