Property Overview:
3524 Shafer Dr is a single-family home in Santa Clara, CA, built in 1954. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,166 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and is currently valued at approximately $1,635,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Santa Clara Community Day, Pomeroy Elementary, and Marian A. Peterson Middle.- Average SAT score: 1008 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 68.1% white-collar jobs, 31.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 49,805 (11% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.79%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.34%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.3°F (January), 82.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $77,277.
- Average annual spending: $58,022.
Property Features:
- Price reduced by $10,000 – motivated seller.
- New carpet and fresh paint (interior & exterior).
- New mirror closet doors in all rooms.
- Custom gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, premium Bertazzoni gas oven (with pot filler), and abundant cabinetry.
- Heated bamboo floors in living area.
- Large windows provide natural light and outdoor views.
- Master bedroom connects to an outdoor oasis.
- Fully equipped outdoor kitchen and built-in gas fireplace in backyard.
- Backyard pre-wired for hot tub; drought-resistant landscaping and variety of fruit trees.
- Finished garage with washer/dryer; flexible for use as home gym, office, or studio.
Location Benefits:
- Family-friendly community with strong job market and good schools.
- Low crime rates and growing population.
- Convenient access to local amenities and commuter routes.
- Ideal for entertaining and outdoor living.