537 Thain Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306-3919, USA

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Property Overview:

537 Thain Way is a top-floor, single-level condominium in the Barron Square community of Palo Alto, CA 94306, built in 1980. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a 1,629 sq. ft. living area, and sits on a 4,225 sq. ft. lot. The property last sold for $1,461,000 in November 2019; the current estimated value is $1,778,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.9% (well below state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 5.3% (below state average of 10.8%)
    • Low overall crime risk; only 1 criminal/sex offender within 1 mile

  • Schools:

    • Exceptional nearby schools: Juana Briones Elementary, Ellen Fletcher Middle, Henry M. Gunn High, and Greendell
    • Average SAT score: 1221 (higher than state average of 975)

  • Job Market:

    • 77.4% white-collar jobs, 22.6% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,332 (18% growth since 2000)
    • 56% families with children
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.92%), followed by 35-44 years (14.54%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk
    • Very low tornado risk
    • Moderate to low flood risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.8°F (January), 89.0°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 16.5 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $93,826
    • Average annual spending: $66,240

  • Home Values:

    • Average sale price for similar homes: $2,397,413 – $2,466,633

Property Features:

  • Dramatic cathedral ceilings and abundant natural light
  • Open-concept living/dining room with fireplace and balcony overlooking the community pool
  • Remodeled kitchen: Granite counters, cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (Bosch, Whirlpool)
  • Spacious family room with ceiling fan
  • Primary suite:
    • Dual closets, double vanity, tub/shower, electric fireplace, balcony access
  • Second bedroom:
    • Balcony access, adjacent full bath with step-in shower
  • Large laundry/storage room (can double as mudroom)
  • Parking: Detached 1-car garage plus 1 outdoor parking space
  • Modern amenities:
    • Community pool, tennis courts, sauna, clubhouse
  • Comfort features:
    • Air conditioning, Nest thermostat, double-pane windows

Location Benefits:

  • Walking distance to Briones Park, Bol Park, and top-rated schools
  • ~5 minutes to The Village at San Antonio Center (shopping, dining)
  • Easy access to US-101, Interstate 280, and Caltrain
  • Quiet, lush, and secluded community—ideal for family living and commuting
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Price and Status History

date type price
2013-02-03 Sold 900000.0
2013-02-12 Sold 899937.5
2019-09-10 For Sale 1598000.0
2019-09-26 For Sale 1498000.0
2019-10-11 Pending NaN
2019-10-13 For Sale NaN
2019-11-07 Sold 1479500.0
2022-06-17 Off Market NaN
2022-08-16 Pending NaN
2023-05-24 For Sale 1698000.0
2023-08-06 Rental 6890.0
2023-08-16 Off Market NaN
2023-08-24 Off Market NaN
2023-11-24 Off Market NaN
2025-03-13 For Sale 1748000.0
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
STANFORD CLEANERS 2875 EL CAMINO, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA N N NF 0 CAD028879765 0.41
VARIAN ASSOCIATES CORP HDQTRS 611 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA N N NF 0 CAD009120817 0.86
VA PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1207, USA Y N PN 0 CAD981374853 0.93
DURA-BOND 3201 Ash Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2240, USA N N NF 0 CAD014440648 0.96

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
COMMUNICATIONS & POWER INDUSTRIES 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1015, USA 4 2008 N/A 94304CMMNC607HA 0.85
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS 911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1028, USA 107 2023 Yes 94303VRNSS611HA 0.90
NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR CORP 4001 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1218, USA 3 1988 N/A 94304NTNLS4001M 0.95
LOCKHEED MARTIN MISSILES & SPACE 3251 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1121, USA 4 1994 N/A 94304LCKHD3251H 0.97

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PENINSULA FORD 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4008, USA OPR: Operating 0.11
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 1 7
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 1
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
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.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
San Andreas - Peninsula Mindego Hill 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 2
San Andreas - Peninsula Woodside 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 3

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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