Property Overview:
2801 Downer Ave is a single-family home in Richmond, CA, built in 1925. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 996 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a detached garage (with a separate room for storage or office), floor furnace, and sits on a corner lot. The estimated home value is $499,700.
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 Grant Elementary, Manzanita Middle, and Richmond 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%).
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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 1925 bungalow in the North & East neighborhood.
- Corner lot with inviting porch and sun-drenched backyard.
- Living room with tiled fireplace and built-in cabinets.
- Spacious kitchen: dual sinks, gas range/oven, breakfast nook overlooking backyard.
- All appliances included: stove, refrigerator, washer, and dryer.
- Detached garage: automatic door, room for one car, separate room for storage or office.
- Recent updates:
- Fresh interior/exterior paint
- New redwood fencing
- Lush grass lawn
- Private sewer lateral compliance
- Newer roof
- Central heating system with new ductwork
- Nearly $50,000 in recent upgrades
- Move-in ready and in immaculate condition.
Location Benefits:
- Minutes from parks, schools, and local favorites: El Tucán, Catahoula Coffee, Waffles & Cream, Factory Bar.
- Commuter-friendly:
- BART: 1 mile away
- SF Bay Ferry: 3.5 miles away
- Great for family living and enjoying the vibrant local community.