Property Overview:
409 Sycamore St is a single-family home in San Carlos, CA, built in 1939. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,100 sq. ft. of living space. Additional highlights include a parking garage, central heating system, and an estimated home value of $2,128,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.3% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.5% (below state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Arundel Elementary, Central Middle, Carlmont High, and San Mateo County Special Education.- Average SAT score: 1039 (534 Math, 505 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 71.4% white-collar jobs, 28.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 1.8% (significantly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,104 (13% growth since 2000).
- 68% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.6%), followed by 35-44 years (17.2%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.1°F (January), 76.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $100,859.
- Average annual spending: $69,772.
Property Features:
- Panoramic Bay views from multiple rooms and decks.
- Hardwood floors, formal entry, living room with fireplace.
- Family room with fireplace and deck access.
- Formal dining room with French doors to deck/balcony.
- Bonus room (potential 3rd bedroom or home office).
- Park-like yard with greenhouse and picturesque setting.
- Gourmet kitchen: Soapstone counters, Bosch stovetop, double ovens, Thermador fridge/freezer, farm sink, butler’s pantry, smart storage.
- Multiple outdoor dining/entertaining spaces: Upper deck, brick patio, lower deck overlooking terraced yard.
- Modern upgrades: Heat pump HVAC, energy-efficient water heater, owned solar panels with Tesla PowerWalls, replaced sewer lateral.
- Walk-in basement: Workshop, 1,000+ bottle wine cellar, space for hobbies or future expansion.
- Flexible layout: Office/guest room with Murphy bed and remodeled bathroom.
- Short walk to shops, train, parks, and top-rated schools.
Location Benefits:
- Perched above downtown San Carlos for stunning views and a picturesque setting.
- Convenient access to local amenities, public transportation, and parks.
- Family-friendly community with top-rated schools and a safe, vibrant neighborhood.
- Ideal for entertaining, gardening, and outdoor living.