Property Overview:
35 Berkshire Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1941. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,120 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,821 sq. ft. corner lot. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $947,500.
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 Sandpiper Elementary, Summit Preparatory Charter High, San Mateo County Special Education, and Bowditch Middle.- Average SAT score: 1069 (551 Math, 518 English)—higher than 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 higher than 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 functional layout and generous natural light.
- Expansive backyard with development potential.
- Opportunity for investors, builders, or end-users to renovate or expand.
- Option to purchase with neighboring duplex (31-33 Berkshire) for a combined 10,800 sq. ft. lot.
- Close to downtown, public transit, and major commute routes.
Location Benefits:
- Blocks from Atherton and steps from El Camino Real.
- Rapidly evolving neighborhood with growth potential.
- Convenient access to shopping, dining, and transportation.
- Rare opportunity for ownership or development in a desirable area.