Property Overview:
430 Runnymede St is a single-family home in East Palo Alto, CA, built in 1951. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,130 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and an inviting pool (needs restoration). The estimated home value is $619,300.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle, Oxford Day Academy, Costano Elementary, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1062 (546 Math, 516 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly above state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.67%), followed by 25-34 years (14.04%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Fixer-upper opportunity: Ready for renovation and customization.
- Generous space: 1,130 sq. ft. to transform.
- Pool: Potential for a stunning poolside makeover.
- Garage: 1-car garage with potential for ADU conversion or tandem 2-car garage.
- Remodeled option:
- Open-concept floor plan with light-filled living space.
- Gourmet kitchen: Quartz countertops, custom cabinets, stainless-steel appliances.
- Large dining/family room with fireplace.
- Primary suite and extra-large bedroom.
- Sliding doors to backyard with swimming pool and 100 sq. ft. auxiliary unit (ideal for office or studio).
- Upgrades: New plumbing, electrical, master bath, LVP floors, furnace, tankless water heater, roof, windows, and more.
Location Benefits:
- Centrally located in Silicon Valley.
- Close to major transportation routes, tech campuses, and shopping/dining in downtown Palo Alto/Mid Peninsula.
- Commuter-friendly and ideal for those seeking a renovation project or a move-in ready modern home.