Property Overview:
515 Oak Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1924. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 950 sq. ft. of living space, plus a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,236,000. The property sits on an almost 9,000 sq. ft. lot with potential for redevelopment or expansion.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 8.4% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include North Star Academy, Orion Alternative, and Sequoia High.- Average SAT score: 1069 (551 Math, 518 English) — above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 62.3% white-collar jobs, 37.7% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,340 (3% growth since 2000)
- 64% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (15.44%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.98%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk
- Low tornado risk
- High earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.0°F (January), 83.5°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 18.4 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,862
- Average annual spending: $56,499
Property Features:
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Investor/Developer Opportunity:
- Large ~9,000 sq. ft. lot zoned for multi-family (R-4) or custom home build
- Front house: Over 1,100 sq. ft. of living space, can be occupied, updated, or expanded
- Potential to add bed/bath within existing envelope
- Tenant occupied: Tenant may request up to 60-day rentback if needed
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Location Perks:
- Easy access to Highways 101/280
- Close to downtown Redwood City: entertainment, restaurants, music, movies, coffee shops, and parks
- Near Red Morton Park, Whole Foods, Safeway, and Rite Aid
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Community Transformation:
- Area experiencing increased property values and ongoing development
- Strong rental and redevelopment potential
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Quick access to major highways and public transit
- Vibrant downtown with diverse amenities and entertainment
- Family-oriented community with quality schools and parks nearby