Property Overview:
3279 Hoover St is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1940. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,000 sq. ft. of living space. The garage has been converted to a bonus room/bedroom with bath (permits unknown). There is also a backyard building with 1 bath and 2 rooms. The estimated home value is $1,005,000 (recent list price: $1,288,800).
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 Taft Elementary, Summit Preparatory Charter 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:
- 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.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,639.
- Average annual spending: $42,138.
Property Features:
- Remodeled with new laminate/engineered hardwood flooring, updated kitchen (remodeled 2018), and renovated bathroom.
- Bonus room (garage conversion) and additional backyard building (permits unknown).
- Expansive backyard and low-maintenance front yard.
- R2 zoning: Potential to add another unit for rental income.
- Parking garage and ample front yard space for extra parking or outdoor seating.
- Large 6,000 sq. ft. lot (0.1377 acres).
- Disclosure: Some additions may not be permitted; financing may be limited.
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Minutes to Meta Headquarters, Silicon Valley, and adjacent to Atherton and Menlo Park.
- Close to amenities: Near downtown Redwood City, Marsh Manor shopping center (Starbucks, Freewheel Brewery, Los Gallos, Delucchi Market, and more).
- Family-oriented neighborhood with access to parks, shops, and recreation areas.
- Investment potential: Good for comfortable family living or as a rental property.