Property Overview:
51 Bay View Dr is a single-family home in San Carlos, CA, built in 1987. It features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 3,524 sq. ft. of living space on a 0.26-acre lot. The home includes a 2-car attached garage, central heating, and multiple upgrades. The estimated home value is $2,688,000–$3,288,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.3% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.5% (below state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Arroyo, Central Middle, Redwood High, and San Mateo County Special Education.- Average SAT score: 1039 (534 Math, 505 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 71.4% white-collar jobs, 28.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 1.8% (much lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,104 (13% growth since 2000).
- 68% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (17.6%), followed by 35–44 years (17.2%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.1°F (January), 76.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $100,859.
- Average annual spending: $69,772.
Property Features:
- 210° panoramic views from a 400 sq. ft. upper-level deck—see from Oakland to the Bay Bridge.
- Recently remodeled:
- Canadian solid hardwood floors in living, family, and dining rooms.
- Hand-selected African pear wood in one bedroom.
- New carpet with 1-year labor warranty.
- Fresh interior paint.
- Kitchen: Granite counters, ample cabinetry, and open to family room.
- Fireplaces: 2 fireplaces for added comfort.
- Climate Control:
- 2 mini split A/C units.
- 2 central heating units (1st & 2nd floor).
- 2 water heaters.
- Master Suite:
- 2 walk-in closets.
- Bathroom with jet hot tub.
- Flexible Spaces:
- One bedroom is fully soundproofed and can be converted to a media room (pre-plumbed for wet bar).
- Technology:
- 1 GB fiber internet and CAT 5E wiring throughout.
- Basement:
- Unfinished 1,000 sq. ft. basement—ready for customization.
- Backyard:
- Mature fruit trees, camellias, rhododendrons, and Manuka bushes.
Location Benefits:
- Walking distance to top-rated schools.
- Commuter-friendly: Close to Highways 280 & 101.
- Near Carlmont Village Shopping Center, San Carlos Library, Downtown San Carlos, and Hillsdale Mall.
- Family-oriented community with low crime and excellent schools.
- One of the largest homes for sale in the area with competitive price per sq. ft.