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:
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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.
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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.
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Job Market:
- 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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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%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Moderate to low flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.7°F (January), 87.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $132,129.
- Average annual spending: $83,423.
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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.