480 Jacobs Court, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4011, USA

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Property Overview:

480 Jacobs Ct is a condominium unit in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1993. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,439 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 2-car garage, wood flooring, fireplace, and central heating. The estimated home value is $1,766,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.9% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 5.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Barron Park Elementary, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle, Henry M. Gunn High, and Greendell.

    • Average SAT score: 1221 (626 Math, 595 English)—well above state average of 975.

  • Job Market:

    • 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000).
    • 56% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.92%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.54%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $93,826.
    • Average annual spending: $66,240.

Property Features:

  • Contemporary end-unit townhouse with wood flooring and plantation shutters throughout.
  • Fireplace in living room and half bath downstairs.
  • High ceilings in master bedroom with walk-in closet, separate shower, soaking tub, dual sink vanity, and custom built-in storage.
  • Modern updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (gas range, dishwasher, large refrigerator) and sleek design.
  • Open and airy floor plan with high-ceiling dining room for natural light.
  • Two oversized bedrooms plus a luxurious primary suite upstairs.
  • Private sun-bathed balcony and outdoor patio with concrete pavers and wooden fencing—ideal for relaxation or entertaining.
  • Ample storage in the 2-car garage.
  • Feels like a single-family home—very private, located at the back of a small complex.

Location Benefits:

  • Quiet, private end-unit in a small, well-maintained complex.
  • Family-friendly community with top-rated schools and low crime rates.
  • Strong job market and high median income.
  • Convenient access to Palo Alto amenities, parks, and major employers.
  • Ideal for families seeking a blend of comfort, privacy, and modern living.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1994-02-17 Sold 382000
1999-06-18 For Sale 464950
1999-06-23 Delisted NaN
1999-07-16 Sold 500000
1999-07-19 Sold 500000
2005-02-11 For Sale 840000
2005-02-19 Sold 880000
2013-05-02 For Sale 948000
2013-05-21 Sold 1020000
2013-05-22 Pending NaN
2013-05-31 Sold 1020000
2014-09-12 Rental 4500
2025-03-04 For Sale 1799000
2025-03-13 Pending NaN
2025-04-11 Sold 2041000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
STANFORD CLEANERS 2875 EL CAMINO, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA N N NF 0 CAD028879765 0.22
VARIAN ASSOCIATES CORP HDQTRS 611 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA N N NF 0 CAD009120817 0.64
DURA-BOND 3201 Ash Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2240, USA N N NF 0 CAD014440648 0.68
EASTMAN KODAK CO 925 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1013, USA N N NF 0 CAD028874253 0.91

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA 4 2008 N/A 94304CMMNC607HA 0.63
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS 911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1028, USA 107 2023 Yes 94303VRNSS611HA 0.75
HEWLETT-PACKARD CO PALO ALTO FABRICATION CTR 395 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2065, USA 11 1990 N/A 94306HWLTT395PA 0.91
LOCKHEED MARTIN MISSILES & SPACE 3251 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1121, USA 4 1994 N/A 94304LCKHD3251H 0.96

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PENINSULA FORD 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4008, USA OPR: Operating 0.42
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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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AE 0 0 0 1
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 1
VE 0 0 0 0

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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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 3

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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