4131 Thain Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306-3927, USA

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Property Overview:

4131 Thain Way is a condominium unit in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1980. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,445 sq. ft. of living space (plus a 210 sq. ft. garage, total 1,655 sq. ft.). The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and has an estimated value of $1,887,000 (last sold for $1,325,000 in 2016).

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.9% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 5.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%)

  • Schools:

    • Nearby top-rated schools: Juana Briones Elementary, Ellen Fletcher Middle, Henry M. Gunn High, Greendell
    • Average SAT score: 1221 (higher than state average of 975)

  • Job Market:

    • 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000)
    • 56% families with children
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.92%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.54%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $93,826
    • Average annual spending: $66,240

Property Features:

  • Ground-floor, corner end unit with no steps and a single-level layout
  • Rare 4 rooms with doors to private patios in a fenced yard
  • Detached garage with remote auto door and workbench; second assigned parking space (total 2 parking spots)
  • New appliances (as of 8/16), hardwood floors, tile flooring
  • Eat-in kitchen counter, open-concept living & dining area with fireplace and outdoor patio
  • Updated bathrooms, laundry room
  • Large ensuite primary bedroom with walk-in closet and shaded patio among mature oaks
  • 2 full baths (tub & shower)
  • Second bedroom with access to fenced yard and covered patio
  • Office nook for functional workspace
  • Fresh interior paint, recessed lighting
  • HOA amenities: pool, spa, clubhouse/party room, tennis courts, ample guest parking
  • Lush, garden setting with mature trees and wide, winding neighborhood streets

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Palo Alto location with access to top-rated schools
  • Close to El Camino Real, Highway 280, major tech companies (Google, Facebook, Stanford), parks, shopping, and dining
  • Short stroll to pool and cabana among oak trees
  • Well-maintained, family-friendly community with recreation facilities
  • Ideal for modern living in one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods
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Price and Status History

date type price
1992-09-30 Sold 270000
1999-03-04 For Sale 409000
1999-03-13 Sold 419000
1999-03-22 Sold 419000
2016-09-27 For Sale 1575000
2016-10-21 Pending NaN
2016-11-03 Pending NaN
2016-11-17 Sold 1325000
2016-11-18 Sold 1325000
2025-02-27 For Sale 1688000
2025-03-07 Pending NaN
2025-03-12 Sold 1800000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
STANFORD CLEANERS 2875 EL CAMINO, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA N N NF 0 CAD028879765 0.45
VARIAN ASSOCIATES CORP HDQTRS 611 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA N N NF 0 CAD009120817 0.86
VA PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1207, USA Y N PN 0 CAD981374853 0.89
FAIRCHILD 4001 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1218, USA N N NF 0 CAD009124256 0.91
DURA-BOND 3201 Ash Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2240, USA N N NF 0 CAD014440648 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA 4 2008 N/A 94304CMMNC607HA 0.86
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS 911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1028, USA 107 2023 Yes 94303VRNSS611HA 0.89
LOCKHEED MARTIN MISSILES & SPACE 3251 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1121, USA 4 1994 N/A 94304LCKHD3251H 0.94

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PENINSULA FORD 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4008, USA OPR: Operating 0.1
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Flood Risk Info

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code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 3

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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