Property Overview:
426 Madison St is a single-family home in Santa Clara, CA, built in 1904. The property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,184 sq. ft. of living space. There is a parking garage, and the estimated home value is $972,800. The lot includes two homes: the historic Jacaranda House and a second home (406 Madison) added in the late 1990s.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Buchser Middle, Washington Open Elementary, and Wilson Alternative.- Average SAT score: 1155 (608 Math, 547 English)—higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 65.1% white-collar jobs, 34.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,657 (18% growth since 2000).
- 58% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.2%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.77%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.4°F (January), 80.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 15.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $65,818.
- Average annual spending: $51,815.
Property Features:
- Historic California Craftsman (120 years old), known as the Jacaranda House.
- Two homes on the lot:
- 426 Madison:
- Remodeled kitchen, bathrooms, hallway, and back bedroom (late 1990s).
- New roof, deck, updated windows, floors, sewer, plumbing, gas, electrical.
- Insulation added to attic and crawl space.
- 2022 updates: Bathtub with shower surround, vanities, faucets, toilets, laminate flooring with sub-floor electric heating in living room and bedrooms.
- Back deck replaced and arbor added (2021).
- Rodent screen around perimeter.
- 406 Madison:
- Added in late 1990s.
- New appliances, floor covering, water heater, awning, and upgraded bathroom (2023).
- 426 Madison:
- Parking garage included.
- Low Santa Clara Utilities.
Location Benefits:
- Walking distance to historic Franklin Mall (with vibrant farmers market), Santa Clara Depot, Valley Fair & Santana Row.
- Easy access to 101, 280, high-tech companies, Mineta Airport, Levi’s Stadium, SAP Arena, PayPal Park, and Central Park.
- Family-friendly community with strong schools and amenities.