Property Overview:
491 Torrey Pine Ter is a townhouse-style condominium in the Bordeaux development of Sunnyvale, CA, built in 2008. This end unit features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths (total 4 bathrooms), and 1,924 sq. ft. of living space. Additional highlights include a bonus room (ideal for home office or gym), high ceilings, modern kitchen appliances, walk-in closet in the master suite, and a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,832,000 (sold for $1,302,000 in 2017).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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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%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Ponderosa Elementary, Adrian Wilcox High, and Marian A. Peterson Middle.- Average SAT score: 1101 (579 Math, 522 English) — higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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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%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 49.0°F (January), 84.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 15.8 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $75,046
- Average annual spending: $56,753
Property Features:
- Contemporary design with high ceilings, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light
- Open floor plan: Kitchen opens to dining area and living spaces
- Large master suite: Spacious bath and walk-in closet
- Bonus room: Perfect for home office or gym
- Low HOA: Includes outdoor eating/BBQ area and green belts
- End unit: Extra privacy and light
- Modern kitchen appliances
- Serene outdoor spaces for relaxation
Location Benefits:
- Prime Silicon Valley location:
- Walking distance to CalTrain station
- Minutes to Lawrence Expressway, Downtown Sunnyvale, Apple HQ, LinkedIn, Amazon, and other major tech companies
- Short drive to new downtown Sunnyvale amenities (AMC, Whole Foods, Target, etc.)
- Across from new park, dog park, and Monticello Village (restaurants, shopping, coffee)
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools and amenities
- Commuter-friendly with easy access to public transportation and major highways