Property Overview:
456 Chelsea Xing is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1997. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,653 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 2-car attached garage (with EV charger), central air, and a composition roof. The estimated home value is $1,126,000 (sold for $830,000 in 2017).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Ledesma (Rita) Elementary, Martin Murphy Middle, Summit Public School: Tahoma, KIPP Navigate College Prep.
- Average SAT score: 923 (below state average of 975).
- Top-rated elementary school (Rita Ledesma) within walking distance.
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Job Market:
- 65.3% white-collar jobs, 34.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 1.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 7,166 (5% growth since 2000).
- 79% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (19.17%); second largest: 45-54 years (17.32%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 31°F (January), 68°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 19.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $92,476.
- Average annual spending: $66,115.
Property Features:
- Over $75,000 in upgrades:
- Newly remodeled kitchen (over $25,000 value) with stainless steel appliances and recessed lighting.
- New oak hardwood flooring throughout.
- Upgraded bathrooms and office with built-in shelving.
- Backyard: Upgraded with pavers, fruit trees, arbor, and gazebo—perfect for gatherings, BBQs, and pets.
- Low-maintenance yards.
- Natural light: Tons of windows and open, inviting floor plan.
- Community amenities:
- Low HOA ($140/month) includes community pool.
- Walk to parks, trails (Coyote Creek Trail), and Rita Ledesma Elementary.
- Prime location:
- Corner lot with spacious yard.
- Easy access to 101 & 85 freeways.
- Near shopping/dining: Village Oaks, Oakridge Mall, Costco, Kaiser, banks, restaurants, grocery stores, and more.
Location Benefits:
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of families and children.
- Excellent walkability to schools, parks, and trails.
- Commuter-friendly: Quick freeway access for easy commutes.
- Outdoor lifestyle: Close to hiking/biking trails and community pool.
- Safe, growing neighborhood with strong job market and modern amenities.