Property Overview:
2918 Calvin Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1955. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 750 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes an attached 1-car garage and a gated driveway with space for 3 vehicles. The estimated home value is $612,700 (last sold for $765,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.2% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 5.9% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Sandpiper Elementary, Summit Preparatory Charter High, San Mateo County Special Education, and Bowditch Middle.- Average SAT score: 1069 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 61.9% blue-collar jobs, 38.1% white-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 34,614 (12% growth since 2000)
- 66% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (19.06%)
- Second largest: 35-44 years (15.77%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 84.3°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 19.9 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,639
- Average annual spending: $42,138
Property Features:
- Charming starter home with excellent natural light throughout
- Spacious eat-in kitchen with pantry closet, brand new flooring, freshly painted walls, new kitchen cabinets, and stainless steel range
- Attached 1-car garage with washer/dryer hookups (accessible from kitchen)
- Gated driveway and front patio with parking for 3 vehicles (flexible use of garage as workshop or storage)
- Cute backyard with patio shaded by a mature orange tree
- Convenient location: Just over a mile from downtown Redwood City, walking distance to restaurants and markets
- Easy access to Highway 101 via Woodside Road
- Less than 15-minute commute to Facebook HQ
Location Benefits:
- Walkable neighborhood close to amenities and downtown
- Commuter-friendly with quick highway access
- Family-oriented community with a growing population
- Safe and low-crime area
- Ideal for first-time buyers seeking convenience and charm