Property Overview:
420 Arnold Dr is a single-family home in Gilroy, CA, built in 1962. The main house features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,275 sq. ft. of living space. The property also includes a permitted ADU/guest house with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 600 sq. ft. The estimated home value is $735,600.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 7.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Brownell Middle, Rod Kelley Elementary, and Mt. Madonna High.- Average SAT score: 1014 (516 Math, 498 English)—above the state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 52.5% white-collar jobs, 47.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 5.1% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 48,479 (1% growth since 2000).
- 80% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.74%); second largest: 25-34 years (13.25%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 35.1°F (January), 71.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 21.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $73,066.
- Average annual spending: $55,562.
Property Features:
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Main House:
- Fully remodeled: New kitchen with cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops.
- New bathrooms, luxury vinyl flooring, two-tone interior paint, baseboards, and canned LED lights.
- Repiped plumbing (including drain pipe) and new water heater.
- Fireplace in living room.
- Large laundry room.
- Hardwood floors under carpets.
- Parking garage, heating, and cooling system.
- Huge lot—ideal for outdoor activities.
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ADU/Guest House:
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 600 sq. ft.
- Newer construction with permits.
- Open kitchen and living space, granite countertops, ceiling fan in bedroom.
- Very open floor plan—great for guests or rental income.
Location Benefits:
- Walking distance to Las Animas Park.
- Near freeway and shopping—convenient for commuters and daily needs.
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of households with children.
- Relatively safe neighborhood with lower-than-average crime rates.