Property Overview:
3234 Hoover St is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1946. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,280 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a single-car garage and sits on an extra-large flat lot of approximately 6,890 sq. ft. The estimated home value is $1,154,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population & 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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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%).
- The neighborhood is considered relatively safe.
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Taft Elementary, Summit Preparatory Charter High, North Star Academy.
- Average SAT score: 1069 (higher than state average of 975).
- Located in the Redwood City Elementary School District.
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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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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate 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.
- No snowfall.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,639.
- Average annual spending: $42,138.
Property Features:
- Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home with fireplace in the living room.
- Dining area ideal for family meals.
- Utility room with gas hookups for laundry.
- Single-car garage.
- Extra-large backyard with potential for expansion or ADU.
- Probate sale (seller did not perish in the house).
- Needs significant repairs:
- Popcorn ceilings
- Severely damaged kitchen floor
- Overgrown trees and deteriorated gutters
- Cracks in exterior stucco and interior walls
- Damaged doors
- Cracked concrete in garage, patio, and driveway
- Great opportunity for contractors, handymen, or buyers seeking a project.
Location Benefits:
- Desirable Redwood City location with proximity to Stanford, Redwood City Downtown, Menlo Park Downtown, Palo Alto Downtown, and major tech campuses (Meta, Google, etc.).
- Vibrant community with a variety of amenities nearby.
- Excellent potential for expansion or investment due to lot size and location.