461 S Frances St, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA

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Property Overview:

461 S Frances St is a single-family home in Sunnyvale, CA, built in 1930. It features 2 bedrooms + den/office, 1 bathroom, and 1,390 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating/cooling system, and a partial basement. The estimated home value is $2,157,000 (last sold for $1,230,000 in 2015).

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 4.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Ellis Elementary, Sunnyvale Middle, and Fremont High.

    • Average SAT score: 1101 (higher than state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 64,185 (19% growth since 2000).
    • 56% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (25.09%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.62%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 49.0°F (January), 84.6°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 15.8 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $75,046.
    • Average annual spending: $56,753.

Property Features:

  • Classic 1930s charm with original features: random plank wood floors, true paned windows, arched doorways, coved ceilings, and plastered walls.
  • Modern updates: newer roof, renovated kitchen with Quartz countertops, butcher block island, custom cabinet doors, gas cooktop, and spacious dining area.
  • Living spaces: good-sized living room, formal dining, large vintage kitchen and bathroom, mudroom with backyard access.
  • Fireplace: wood-burning.
  • Outdoor features: lushly landscaped front yard, citrus trees, brick patio, large gravel area, and mature Spanish-style landscaping.
  • ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit):
    • 1 bed/1 bath, permitted for short-term rental.
    • Open living space with vaulted ceiling, skylights, built-in eating nook, full kitchen (dishwasher, gas cooktop), washer/dryer, vinyl European oak floors, mini split system, double-pane windows, and sliding door access.

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Heritage District location:
    • 4-minute walk to Whole Foods, Target, and downtown Sunnyvale.
    • Walk to Historic Murphy Ave, farmers market, CalTrain station, shops, and restaurants.
  • Super private: Entirely gated from the street.
  • Full of charm and personality—perfect blend of historic character and modern amenities.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1997-11-07 Sold 370000
2015-06-27 For Sale NaN
2015-08-06 Sold 1230000
2025-04-24 For Sale 2695000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SIGNETICS 305 Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA N N NF 0 CAT000614115 0.25
NAVAL INDUSTRIAL RESERVE ORDINANCE PLANT 111 LOCKHEED WAY, Sunnyvale, CA 94088-3504, USA Y N FS 0 CA2170022915 0.27
LOCKHEED MISSILES & SPACE COMPANY INC. 111 LOCKHEED WAY, Sunnyvale, CA 94088, USA N N DR 0 CAD009125535 0.27
WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORP. (SUNNYVALE PLANT) 401 East Hendy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5100, USA N F 17 CAD001864081 0.59
129TH CAV AIR NATL GUARD 129TH HRMS MOFFETT FIELD, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA Y N NF 0 CA0572890218 0.66
MOFFETT FIELD ANG 129 ARRG/CC, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA Y N NF 0 CA0170023238 0.66
MEMOREX SAN TOMAS AT, Central Expressway, Santa Clara, CA 95052, USA N N NF 0 CAD009142415 0.85
SIGNETICS CORP 730 East Evelyn Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-6500, USA N N NF 0 CAT000614073 0.88
XIDEX CORP 305 Soquel Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4102, USA N N NF 0 CAD051612802 0.95
SIGNETICS CORP 740 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5121, USA N N NF 0 CAD981408685 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SKC AMERICA INC 307 North Pastoria Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4109, USA 64 2001 N/A 94086XDXCR305SO 0.98

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
OGISO ENVIRONMENTAL 150 West Iowa Avenue STE 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-6171, USA OPR: Operating 0.07
ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES 1 AMD PLACE POB 3453, Sunnyvale, CA 94088-3453, USA OPR: Operating 0.27
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP 401 East Hendy Avenue #62/1, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5100, USA OPR: Operating 0.59
SUNNYVALE FORD 650 East El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087-2916, USA OPR: Operating 0.94
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
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Flood Zone Type

code meaning
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

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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San Andreas - Peninsula Mindego Hill 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
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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 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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