Property Overview:
405 S Murphy Ave is a duplex in Sunnyvale, CA, built in 1925. It offers a total of 3,498 sq. ft. of living space, with an estimated home value of $1,709,000. The property includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 4.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools: Ellis Elementary, Sunnyvale Middle, Fremont High- Average SAT score: 1101 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 64,185 (19% growth since 2000)
- 56% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (25.09%)
- Second largest: 35-44 years (16.62%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 49.0°F (January), 84.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 15.8 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $75,046
- Average annual spending: $56,753
Property Features:
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Lower Unit:
- 1,900 sq. ft.
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den
- Basement access for storage
- Updated flooring and paint
- In-unit laundry (washer/dryer)
- Fully gated backyard—ideal for entertaining or gardening
- Detached two-car garage
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Upper Unit:
- 1,598 sq. ft.
- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- In-unit washer/dryer hookup
- Separate entrance
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Prime Location:
- Near Highways 85, 101, and 880 for easy commuting
- Close to high-tech employers
- Walking distance to Whole Foods, Target, AMC Theatres, restaurants, and shopping centers
Location Benefits:
- Heart of Silicon Valley—excellent for commuters and tech professionals
- Family-friendly community with strong school options
- Investment opportunity with potential for rental income
- Growing, diverse neighborhood with a vibrant local economy and amenities nearby