Property Overview:
520 Barron St is a single-family home in Menlo Park, CA, built in 1999. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,580 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes an oversized attached 1-car garage and has an estimated value of $2,801,000 (last sold for $2,265,000 in 2019).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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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%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Menlo-Atherton High, Laurel Elementary, Hillview Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.- Average SAT score: 1100 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,986 (10% growth since 2000).
- 59% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.02%); second largest: 45-54 years (14.98%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 87.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 17.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,463.
- Average annual spending: $72,061.
Property Features:
- Great location between Menlo Park and Palo Alto, next to the community center and close to Burgess Park.
- Easy walk or bike to downtown Palo Alto and Menlo Park.
- Backyard: Grass, BBQ area, and large dining space—ideal for outdoor entertaining.
- Open kitchen to family room with built-ins and fireplace; seamless access to rear yard.
- Hardwood floors on main level.
- Large bedrooms upstairs; primary suite with walk-in closet.
- One bedroom set up as an office with a built-in Murphy bed for versatility.
- Natural light throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Oversized attached 1-car garage with built-in storage.
- Recent cosmetic updates; home has been well cared for and is ready for new owners.
Location Benefits:
- Close proximity to downtown Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Burgess Park, and award-winning schools.
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of families with children.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to bike paths, public amenities, and major employers in Silicon Valley.
- Safe, vibrant neighborhood with strong job market and excellent schools—ideal for families and professionals.