Property Overview:
3800 Cowell Rd is a historic single-family home in Concord, CA, built in 1912. It offers 4-5 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, and approximately 3,193 sq. ft. of living space on a 0.66–0.68 acre lot. The property features beautiful hardwood floors, large rooms, high ceilings, and a spacious kitchen. There is a detached two-story workshop/pump house with potential for an ADU, studio, or office. The home is a fixer-upper and ideal for restoration enthusiasts. The estimated value is around $850,200–$999,000. Subdivision is approved and a front lot will be listed separately.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 10.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 14.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include El Monte Elementary, El Dorado Middle, and Crossroads High.- Average SAT score: 1191 (611 Math, 580 English) — well above the state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.8% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 27,040 (9.5% growth since 2000)
- 72.1% families with children
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (16.2%)
- Second largest: 25–34 years (13.88%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- High flood risk
- Low tornado risk
- High earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.7°F (January), 71.8°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 24.5 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,349
- Average annual spending: $56,129
Property Features:
- Historic charm: Built circa 1912 with timeless character and custom wood accents
- Spacious, well-thought-out floor plan with large living areas
- Expansive kitchen: Ideal for customization
- Beautiful hardwood floors ready for restoration
- Detached workshop/storage with upstairs studio potential
- Expansive lot: Room for ADU, garden, sport court, pool, or more
- No garage (parking area available)
- Foundation: Crawl space
- Roof: Composition
- Heating/Cooling: Forced air/other
- Public water/sewer
- Subdivision approved; front lot to be listed at $399K
Location Benefits:
- Great location in the heart of Concord, close to schools and amenities
- Flat, usable lot with endless possibilities for expansion or creative projects
- Commuter-friendly: Access to major roads and public transportation
- Unique opportunity for restoration, sweat equity, and investment potential
- Open houses and private showings available