Property Overview:
274 N 7th St is a detached condominium home in San Jose, CA, built in 1991. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 1,825 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes an attached 2-car garage, gravity heating system, central A/C, and a 10-panel solar power system. The estimated home value is $546,500.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 11.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.3% (slightly higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Horace Mann Elementary, Perseverance Preparatory, and San Jose High.- Average SAT score: 890 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 51.3% blue-collar jobs, 48.7% white-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 5.3% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 53,247 (11% growth since 2000).
- 57% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (19.5%); second largest: 20-24 years (14.8%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.0°F (January), 76.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 11.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $49,290.
- Average annual spending: $42,469.
Property Features:
- Original owner; well-maintained since 1991.
- Energy-efficient: Roof-mounted 10-panel solar power system with SolarEdge components.
- Kitchen (remodeled 2015):
- Granite counters, Bosch gas range/electric oven, Siemens microwave, Bosch dishwasher, Electrolux fridge/freezer, Lotus sink, custom cabinets, canned lights, garden window.
- Open-concept dinette with Hampton Bay chandelier and dual-pane slider to fenced yard.
- Separate living room and laundry room with washer & dryer.
- Flooring: Tile or Pergo-style throughout, except 2 bedrooms with carpet.
- Primary suite: Remote ceiling fan, walk-in shower.
- Hall bath: Shower-over-tub for other 2 bedrooms.
- Upstairs hall: QuietCool whole-house fan, dual-pane windows.
- Climate control: Large Trane central A/C and Trane heat-furnace.
- Storage closets on both levels.
- Downtown Villas HOA (3 units):
- Upgrades: Roof/gutters (2013), driveway/walkway pavers (2017), irrigation system (2020/2021), exterior paint (2022), city-mandated walk repair (2022), tree-trim (2023), power-wash & reseal pavers (2024).
Location Benefits:
- Convenient to San Jose State University, rail/bus lines, freeways, downtown stores & restaurants.
- Commuter-friendly and close to urban amenities.
- Small HOA community with only 3 units, offering a more private residential feel.