Property Overview:
35530 Monterra Ter, Apt 102 & Apt 302 are condominium units in the Monte Vista community, Union City, CA, built in 2001.
- Apt 102: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,025 sq. ft., attached garage.
- Apt 302: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,007 sq. ft., detached garage + extra parking.
- Recent sales: Apt 102 sold for $505,000 (2016), estimated value $665,800. Apt 302 sold for $470,000 (2016), estimated value $642,000.
- Current rent: 2 bed, 2 bath units rent for $2,750–$2,800/month.
- HOA amenities: Pool, gym, clubhouse, playground, greenbelts. HOA covers water, garbage, sewer, exterior maintenance, insurance.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.6% (lower than CA avg. 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 8.9% (lower than CA avg. 10.8%)
- Relatively safe neighborhood
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Schools:
- Nearby: James Logan High, Guy Junior Emanuele Elementary, Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay, Thornton Junior High
- Average SAT score: 969 (CA avg. 975)
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Job Market:
- 58.2% white-collar jobs, 41.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than CA avg. 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Population: 65,158 (up 9.8% since 2000)
- 81% families with children
- Largest age group: 35–44 (14.66%), next: 25–34 (14.63%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.0°F (Jan), 79.3°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 19.2 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,926
- Average annual spending: $56,698
Property Features:
- Modern upgrades:
- Fresh paint, upgraded/laminate flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances
- Smart home features: Wi-Fi lights, digital locks, security cameras, smart switches
- In-unit laundry (full-size washer/dryer)
- Walk-in closets in primary bedrooms
- Private patio or balcony (some with sunset/pool views)
- Attached or detached garage (plus extra parking)
- Wheelchair accessible bathrooms (in select units)
- Ample storage throughout
- Community amenities:
- Swimming pools, gym/fitness center, clubhouse, playground, greenbelts
- Gated entry (select units)
- Low monthly HOA fees
Location Benefits:
- Excellent commuter access:
- Close to Union City BART, I-880, Hwy 84/Dumbarton Bridge
- Near shopping, dining, Union Square Marketplace, Union Landing, Quarry Lakes Park, Alameda Creek Trail, Historic Downtown Niles
- Family-friendly community with strong owner-occupancy
- Move-in ready and well-maintained units
- Pet policy: No pets (in some rentals)
- Ideal for professionals, families, and commuters