3271 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA

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Property Overview:

3271 Alma St is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1961. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,030–1,042 sq. ft. of living space on a 3,100–3,125 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a carport (tandem parking for 2 cars), laundry within the house, and a heating system. The estimated home value is $2,556,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.9% (well below state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 5.3% (below state average of 10.8%).
    • The area is considered relatively safe.

  • Schools:

    • Top-rated public schools: Fair Meadow Elementary, El Carmelo Elementary, Herbert Hoover Elementary, Jane Lathrop Stanford (JLS) Middle, Henry M. Gunn High.
    • Average SAT score: 1221 (significantly above state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000).
    • 56% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45–54 years (16.9%), followed by 35–44 years (14.5%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $93,826.
    • Average annual spending: $66,240.

Property Features:

  • Recently renovated: New flooring, fresh interior/exterior paint, new lighting, bathroom and kitchen upgrades.
  • Flexible lease duration: Monthly or up to 6 months.
  • Bedrooms:
    • 1 bedroom with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, and 2 skylights (can be used as an office).
    • 1 large master bedroom (added with permit, no bathroom) with large closet.
    • 1 additional bedroom.
  • Bathrooms:
    • 1 full bathroom with bathtub, new sink, toilet, and skylight.
    • 1 bathroom with shower.
  • Living Room: Large, with 2 skylights and open connection to kitchen via serving hatch.
  • Kitchen:
    • Stainless steel appliances (new range/oven, large microwave with hood, refrigerator with water/ice dispenser).
    • Garbage disposal.
  • Laundry: Inside the house.
  • Storage: Small storage room.
  • Parking: Carport (2 tandem spots) and ample off-street parking nearby.
  • Backyard:
    • Lemon and apple trees, rose bushes, and other flowers.
    • Paved sitting area and three distinct areas for play or gardening.
  • Location:
    • Walking distance to top schools, parks (Mitchell Park), shopping (Grocery Outlet, Alma Shopping Center), and community centers.
    • Minutes to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, Stanford Hospitals, Googleplex, HP, and major employers.

Location Benefits:

  • Top Palo Alto schools within walking distance.
  • Convenient access to shopping, parks, community centers, and major tech employers.
  • Commuter-friendly: Close to public transportation and major roads.
  • Family-oriented neighborhood with a strong sense of community and excellent amenities.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1989-12-08 Sold 215000
2005-10-21 Sold 600000
2007-08-07 Sold 611000
2011-12-30 Sold 611000
2019-12-08 Sold 215000
2019-12-09 Sold 1462500
2019-12-16 Sold 1395000
2019-12-19 Sold 1290000
2020-10-13 Sold 2500000
2020-10-14 Sold 2855000
2020-11-05 Sold 3480000
2022-05-09 Rental 3997
2023-06-27 For Sale 1988111
2023-07-01 Tax Assessment NaN
2023-12-31 Tax Assessment 1064552
2024-09-18 Rental NaN
2024-09-26 Off Market 3000
2024-09-28 Rental 3000
2025-02-11 For Sale NaN
2025-03-10 For Sale 1988111
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
STANFORD CLEANERS 2875 EL CAMINO, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA N N NF 0 CAD028879765 0.35
DURA-BOND 3201 Ash Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2240, USA N N NF 0 CAD014440648 0.50
VARIAN ASSOCIATES CORP HDQTRS 611 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA N N NF 0 CAD009120817 0.57
HEWLETT PACKARD CO MFG DIV 395 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2065, USA N N NF 0 CAD009122557 0.68
EASTMAN KODAK CO 925 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1013, USA N N NF 0 CAD028874253 0.87
HEWLETT-PACKARD (620-640 PAGE MILL ROAD) 620 - 640 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N F 32 CAD980884209 0.92

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA 4 2008 N/A 94304CMMNC607HA 0.57
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS 911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1028, USA 107 2023 Yes 94303VRNSS611HA 0.77
LITTON ELECTRON DEVICES 601 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1101, USA 38 1994 N/A 94304VRNMG601CA 0.99

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PENINSULA FORD 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4008, USA OPR: Operating 0.75
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
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AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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