Property Overview:
2973 Howell Ave is a single-family home in Santa Clara, CA, built in 1955. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,833 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and is freshly painted. The estimated home value is $1,886,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Sutter Elementary, Santa Clara Community Day, and Marian A. Peterson Middle.- Average SAT score: 1008 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 68.1% white-collar jobs, 31.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 49,805 (11% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.79%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.34%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.3°F (January), 82.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $77,277.
- Average annual spending: $58,022.
Property Features:
- Move-in ready with fresh paint and abundant natural light.
- Living room with fireplace and large family/game room.
- Hardwood floors and remodeled bathrooms.
- Dual-pane windows and central A/C.
- Backyard: Great for entertaining with built-in BBQ.
- Upgraded features:
- Remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and butler’s pantry.
- Dedicated laundry room with sink.
- Upgraded LVP flooring, LED recessed lighting, updated fixtures, and closet/interior doors.
- Tankless water heater, water softener, fresh air skylight, newer roof (2021), smart thermostat.
- Spacious, low-maintenance backyard with flagstone and pavered patios.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Santa Clara neighborhood on a quiet, friendly street.
- Easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, parks (Homeridge Park), and Mariposa Shopping Center.
- Convenient commute to top employers like Apple and Nvidia.
- Minutes from highways for easy travel.
- Perfect for family living and entertaining in a peaceful setting.