Property Overview:
344 El Molino Way is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1972. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,563 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 3-car attached garage, fireplace, central heating, and ceiling fans for cooling. The estimated home value is $1,015,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 14.3% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 22.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Taylor (Bertha) Elementary, Bernal Intermediate, Santa Teresa High, and KIPP Navigate College Prep.- Average SAT score: 1025 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 65.5% white-collar jobs, 34.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 8,091 (decreased by 7% since 2000).
- 85% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.24%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.51%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 31.3°F (January), 68.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 21.7 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $111,259.
- Average annual spending: $75,203.
Property Features:
- Freshly painted with pride of ownership (one owner).
- Full bedroom and bathroom on ground floor—ideal for guests or multi-generational living.
- Enclosed courtyard—perfect for morning coffee and neighborly interaction.
- Spacious laundry room with ample storage.
- Modern kitchen: New cabinets, granite countertops, dishwasher, built-in microwave, electric oven, refrigerator with ice maker.
- Dining area and cozy breakfast nook.
- Separate family room for relaxation and entertainment.
- Updated bathrooms and new carpeting throughout.
- Central forced air dual zone heating, ceiling fans, and double pane windows for year-round comfort.
- Gas burning fireplace for warmth and ambiance.
- Membership in the Rancho Santa Teresa Swim & Racquet Club.
- Close proximity to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and highways 85, 87, and 101.
Location Benefits:
- Family-oriented community with a high percentage of families with children.
- Convenient access to major highways and amenities.
- Low unemployment and strong job market.
- Excellent school options with above-average SAT scores.
- Club membership and recreational amenities included.