519 Central Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA


Property Overview:

519 Central Ave is a single-family home in Menlo Park, CA, built in 1938. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 830 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,132,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Population:

    • Community of 38,986 residents (10% growth since 2000).
    • 59% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.02%); second largest: 45-54 years (14.98%).
  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 8.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 9.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $107,463.
    • Average annual spending: $72,061.
  • Job Market:

    • 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle, Addison Elementary, Menlo-Atherton High, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.

    • Average SAT score: 1100 (566 Math, 534 English)—higher than state average of 975.
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 87.0°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 17.4 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

Property Features:

  • Opportunity for new construction by Thomas James Homes (completion estimated early 2026).
  • Spanish-style design with expansive dining and great room opening to the backyard.
  • Gourmet kitchen: Island with bar seating and walk-in pantry.
  • Main floor ADU: Living area, kitchenette, bedroom, and en suite bathroom.
  • Second floor: Laundry room with sink and storage, 2 additional bedrooms, and full bathroom.
  • Grand suite: Walk-in closet and spa-inspired bathroom.
  • Design personalization and preferred pricing available.
  • Preliminary architecture and landscaping subject to change; images are representational.

Location Benefits:

  • Family-friendly community with strong school options.
  • Safe neighborhood with lower-than-average crime rates.
  • Thriving job market and high median income.
  • Convenient access to local amenities and major employers.
  • Ideal for families seeking a blend of comfort, safety, and opportunity for customization.

Price and Status History

date type price
1972-09-29 Off Market 23500
2023-02-23 Rental 3559
2024-01-11 For Sale 4715000
2024-06-01 For Sale 1440791
2024-09-18 Sold 2350000
2024-10-25 For Sale 4670000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
USVA MEDICAL CENTER 795 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025-2539, USA Y N NF 0 CA1360010317 0.49

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SANFORD METAL PROCESSING CO 990 O’Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025-1407, USA 1 1987 N/A 94025SNFRD990OB 0.93
CSBIO 1140 O’Brien Drive STE A - STE A, Menlo Park, CA 94025-1411, USA 2 2018 Yes 9402WCSBCX114BR 0.94

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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Flood Risk Info

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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.

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Very high 0 0 3 0

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