Property Overview:
3880 El Centro St is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA (Barron Park neighborhood), built in 2024. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,281 sq. ft. of living space on a 9,375 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a finished garage with frameless glass door, fireplace, cooling system, and is listed at $4,488,000 (recent price per sq. ft.: $1,907).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.9% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 5.3% (below state average of 10.8%).
- Overall: Relatively safe neighborhood.
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Schools:
Nearby top-rated schools:- Barron Park Elementary
- Ellen Fletcher Middle
- Henry M. Gunn High (ranked 1 in CA)
- Greendell
- Average SAT score: 1221 (well above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000).
- 56% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.9%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.5%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk
- Low tornado risk
- High earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $93,826
- Average annual spending: $66,240
Property Features:
- 90% new construction (2024) with contemporary design and top-of-the-line materials.
- Open living-dining space & kitchen with 14 ft ceilings and Velux skylights—bright and inviting.
- Chef’s kitchen:
- Sub Zero 48" refrigerator
- Wolf induction stove & 48" cooktop
- Wolf microwave
- Cove dishwasher
- Subzero hood & island mini-fridge
- Expansive waterfall island
- 50-year Presidential Shingles roof
- Smooth acrylic white stucco exterior
- Marvin Essential windows
- New ABS sewer line
- 225 amp electrical panel with EV charger
- Aluminum swing gates
- Fire sprinkler system (per new city requirements)
- Prime location: Walk to Barron Park Elementary and close to Gunn High
- Estimated completion: Mid 2024
- Multiple offers received (high demand)
Location Benefits:
- Quiet street in the desirable Barron Park neighborhood.
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools and amenities.
- Commuter-friendly: Close to major tech employers, public transportation, and highways.
- Ideal for luxury living, families, and entertaining.