Property Overview:
3273 Fair Oaks Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1960. It currently offers 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 720 sq. ft. of living space (originally 1 bed/1 bath, with a garage conversion—permit status unknown). Features include ample driveway parking, a recent composition roof, and a capped fireplace (not functional). The estimated home value is $1,039,000.
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 KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory, Everest Public High, and North Star Academy.- Average SAT score: 1069 (551 Math, 518 English)—above 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 above 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:
- Fixer-upper with remodel/flip potential.
- Set far back from the street with ample driveway parking.
- Recent composition roof in good condition.
- Garage converted to bedroom, half bath, and utility room (permit status unknown).
- Laundry hookups on back patio.
- Fireplace capped (not functional).
- Lot size: Assessor shows 5,000 sq. ft.; legal description states 40 x 100 ft.
Remodel Opportunity:
- Potential for top-to-bottom remodel.
- Example upgrades:
- Modern kitchen with oversized island and waterfall counters.
- Wide-plank floors, dining area, and sun-drenched living spaces.
- Master suite plus additional bedrooms and baths.
- Private rear yard, 200 amp electric, EV charger, new plumbing, new roof.
- Move-in ready potential in a prime Bay Area location.
Location Benefits:
- Family-friendly community with strong school options.
- Convenient access to local amenities and major Bay Area destinations.
- Ideal for investors, remodelers, or first-time buyers seeking value and potential.