Property Overview:
516 Jackson Ave is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, built in 1927. The property includes a main house with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 845 sq. ft., plus a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) with 591 sq. ft.. The total living space is 1,436 sq. ft. (main + ADU). Features include a detached 1-car garage and separate utilities for each unit. The estimated home value is $1,145,000.
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, Sequoia High, and Orion Alternative.- Average SAT score: 1069 (higher than 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%), followed by 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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Craftsman-style bungalow with inviting front porch and mature trees.
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Main house:
- 845 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom.
- Freshly painted inside and out.
- All new luxury vinyl plank flooring.
- Cozy Buck Stove fireplace in living room.
- Remodeled bathroom with new vanity, reglazed tub, and new surround.
- Eat-in kitchen with refurbished tile counters and original O’Keefe and Merritt oven/range.
- All new light fixtures, switches, and outlets.
- Brand new wall heating system.
- Separate laundry room with washer and dryer.
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ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit):
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 591 sq. ft.
- Spacious living room with built-in fireplace.
- Kitchen with brand new gas range and comfortable nook.
- Private backyard.
- Detached 1-car garage with washer/dryer hookups.
- Separate electrical and gas meters for main house and ADU.
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Flexible living options: Live in one unit and rent out the other, or use as a family compound.
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Close to downtown Redwood City with vibrant restaurants, entertainment, music, movies, and coffee shops.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to Highways 84, 101, and 280.
- Multifamily zoning (R-4): Potential for additional development or rental income.
- Ideal for families, investors, or multi-generational living.