Property Overview:
43 Alta Vista Way is a single-family home in San Rafael, CA, built in 1952. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,725 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, central heating and cooling systems, and is currently valued at approximately $804,800.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include San Rafael High, Bahia Vista Elementary, and James B. Davidson Middle.- Average SAT score: 1078 (540 Math, 538 English)—above the state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 64.7% white-collar jobs, 35.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,300 (8% growth since 2000).
- 58% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (16.1%); second largest: 35–44 years (15.1%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 54.3°F (January), 73.7°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 16.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,044.
- Average annual spending: $59,514.
Property Features:
- Extensively renovated with high-end finishes throughout.
- Chef’s kitchen with modern updates.
- Three spacious bedrooms and two full updated bathrooms.
- Gorgeous fireplace, new flooring, lighting, landscaping, and fresh paint inside and out.
- Peaceful and secluded setting with breathtaking views from almost every room.
- Excellent commute location—minutes to Highway 101, Montecito Plaza, China Camp, McNears Beach, and Peacock Gap Golf Course.
- Bonus spaces: Some listings mention a bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or nursery, and a fenced yard for gardening or pets.
Location Benefits:
- Tranquil, nature-filled environment with modern conveniences nearby.
- Close to shopping (Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s), parks, trails, and recreation.
- Family-friendly community with top-rated schools and easy access to major highways for commuters.
- Ideal for entertaining and enjoying the best of Marin County living.