Property Overview:
3355 Vernon Ter is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1952. The original home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,014 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,240 sq. ft. corner lot. Includes a finished 2-car garage, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, and dual pane windows. The estimated home value is $2,584,000 (last sold for $2,200,000 in 2019).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Top-ranked Palo Alto schools nearby, including Palo Verde Elementary, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle, Greendell, and East Palo Alto Academy.- Average SAT score: 1062 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly above state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.67%), followed by 25-34 years (14.04%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Well-maintained with many updates:
- Kitchen remodel (2002) with hardwood floors
- Gas fireplace, dual pane windows, canned lighting
- Remodeled entry, new redwood fencing, sprinkler system
- Forced air heat, thermostat-controlled attic fans
- Finished 2-car garage with ample storage
- Quiet neighborhood on a U-shaped, wide street with plenty of guest parking and no cut-through traffic
- Move-in ready for first-time buyers or expansion opportunity for larger families
New Construction Option:
- Custom-built, two-story home available in the same neighborhood:
- 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an office
- High ceilings, bay windows, Milgard windows, and skylights for abundant natural light
- Chef’s kitchen: Quartz countertops, large island, smart Thermador refrigerator, 6-burner Wolf range
- Indoor-outdoor living: Kitchen/family room opens to deck and yard
- Two en-suite bedrooms (one on each level)
- 220 sq. ft. attached garage with epoxy floor and EV outlet
- High elevation for better views and compliance with new building codes
- Modern architecture with LED fireplace, designer tile, and premium hardwood trim
- Total area: Approx. 2,615 sq. ft. (2,395 living + 220 garage)
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Minutes from Stanford University, tech companies, restaurants, and shopping
- Top-rated schools and family-friendly community
- Tree-lined, private streets with a tranquil atmosphere
- Ideal for entertaining and enjoying the best of Bay Area living