459 Homer Ave APT 7, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA


Property Overview:

459 Homer Ave 7 is a condominium in Palo Alto, CA 94301, built in 1974. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,465 sq. ft. of living space on a 1,875 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a two-car garage with EV outlet, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and a separate laundry room. The estimated home value is around $1,828,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.7% (slightly lower than state average of 10.8%).
    • Low overall crime risk with only 2 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
  • Schools:
    Exceptional nearby schools include Addison Elementary, Greene (David Starr Jordan) Middle, and Palo Alto High.

    • Average SAT score: 1221 (well above state average of 975).
    • Also near Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford and Frank S. Greene Junior Middle.
  • Job Market:

    • 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000).
    • 50% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%), second largest 25-34 years (13.36%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk.
    • Very low tornado risk.
    • Moderate to low flood risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.7°F (January), 87.6°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $132,129.
    • Average annual spending: $83,423.
  • Home Sale Prices:

    • Average sale price for similar homes: $1,846,481 – $2,895,249.

Property Features:

  • Gorgeously renovated townhouse with open floor plan and abundant natural light.
  • Main floor:
    • Living/dining room combo with many windows.
    • Covered balcony.
    • Half bath.
    • Open kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances.
  • Top floor:
    • Primary bedroom suite.
    • Two additional bedrooms.
    • Full bathroom.
  • Bottom floor:
    • Two-car garage with EV outlet.
    • Separate laundry room.
  • Community amenities:
    • Located at the rear of the complex (quiet, away from street).
    • Convenient access to pool and shared patio.

Location Benefits:

  • Unbeatable downtown Palo Alto location—walkable to shops, restaurants, and amenities.
  • Excellent public schools and family-friendly community.
  • Commuter-friendly: Easy access to major tech employers, Stanford University, and public transportation.
  • Ideal for families and professionals seeking a vibrant, safe, and convenient neighborhood.

Price and Status History

date type price
2018-01-01 Rental 5403
2019-10-05 For Sale NaN
2023-08-14 Off Market NaN
2024-07-01 For Sale 1761510
2025-02-06 Sold 2200000
2025-02-12 Sold 2300000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
OREGON EXPWY UNDERPASS & Oregon Expressway, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD982399800 0.99

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Flood Risk Info

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AE 0 0 0 2
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Flood Zone Type

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A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 2
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Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 3

Wild fire Risk Info

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High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0

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