Property Overview:
444 Schafer Rd is a condominium unit in Hayward, CA, built in 1980. It features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,044 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, washer/dryer hookup, and a fenced backyard. The estimated home value is $484,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Tyrrell Elementary, Tennyson High, Cesar Chavez Middle, and Highland.- Average SAT score: 933 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 55.0% white-collar jobs, 45.0% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.6% (slightly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 66,787 (16.1% growth since 2000).
- 71.3% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.93%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.16%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.4°F (January), 78.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $53,538.
- Average annual spending: $44,948.
Property Features:
- Move-in ready: Fresh paint, new carpet, and updated throughout.
- Remodeled kitchen: Quartz counters, white shaker cabinets, new appliances.
- Remodeled bathrooms: Double vanity, solid quartz slab tub surrounds for easy maintenance.
- New flooring: Waterproof vinyl plank and premium Berber carpet.
- New wall furnaces, lighting, and fixtures.
- Layout:
- Upstairs: 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath.
- Downstairs: Spacious living room, 1/2 bath, kitchen, dining area leading to patio.
- Outdoor space: Fenced backyard for BBQ, plus access to common BBQ area.
- Parking: One carport and storage shed.
- Low HOA dues.
- Washer/dryer hookup in unit.
- Walking distance to schools; close to South Hayward BART, 880 & 92 Freeways.
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to public transportation and major highways.
- Family-oriented community with a high percentage of households with children.
- Affordable starter home with modern updates and low maintenance.