Property Overview:
346 Santa Monica Ave is a single-family home in Menlo Park, CA, built in 1998. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,730 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a central heating system. The estimated home value is $3,572,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Menlo-Atherton High, Laurel Elementary, Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1100 (566 Math, 534 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,986 (10% growth since 2000).
- 59% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.02%); second largest: 45-54 years (14.98%).
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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), 87.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,463.
- Average annual spending: $72,061.
Property Features:
- Classic Mediterranean architecture with Old World charm and modern flourishes.
- Move-in ready with refinished walnut floors and a calming color palette.
- Designer details: Wrought-iron staircase railings, arched doorways, custom window coverings.
- Open chef’s kitchen/family room and separate dining room with French doors for indoor-outdoor flow.
- Expansive backyard with dining arbor and treehouse—ideal for entertaining and family activities.
Location Benefits:
- Quiet enclave yet conveniently located near downtown Menlo Park, downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, and major commute corridors.
- Close to neighborhood schools, cultural activities, and local amenities—perfect for work, play, and family life.