Property Overview:
5314 Imperial Ave is a single-family home in Richmond, CA 94804, built in 1947. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a 5,000 sq. ft. lot, and 600 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a two-car attached garage and a floor/wall furnace heating system. The estimated home value is $444,900.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 24% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 17.4% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
- 12 criminal and sex offenders reside within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Fairmont Elementary, Fred T. Korematsu Middle, El Cerrito High, Stege Elementary, and Summit Public School K2.- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
- Schools are considered above average.
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Job Market:
- 59.5% white-collar jobs, 40.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 7.0% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 34,685 (5.9% growth since 2000).
- 65.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (15.82%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.44%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- Moderate to low flood risk
- Very low tornado risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.5°F (January), 77.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 17.6 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,541
- Average annual spending: $42,023
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Home Sale Prices:
- Average sale price for similar homes: $410,506 – $469,269
Property Features:
- Upgraded kitchen with granite countertops, new stove & vent hood, and new dishwasher
- Dual pane windows with blinds
- New laminate flooring throughout
- Updated bathroom
- Large corner lot with potential for ADU or off-street parking
- Two-car attached garage
- Freshly painted interior & exterior
- Clear Section 1 Termite Clearance, Clear Roof Report, and Sewer Lateral Compliant
- Super clean & move-in ready
- Close to freeways—great for commuters
- HomePath financing available
- Property was mid-remodel and may need TLC
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Close to major freeways
- Family-oriented community with a growing population
- Potential for future expansion (ADU/off-street parking)
- Great price for first-time buyers or investors