Property Overview:
540 Marlin Ct is a condominium townhouse in Hayward, CA, built in 1979. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,610 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently valued at approximately $723,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Treeview Elementary, Cesar Chavez Middle, Tennyson High, and Decoto School for Independent Study.- Average SAT score: 933 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 55.0% white-collar jobs, 45.0% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.6% (slightly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 66,787 (16.1% growth since 2000).
- 71.3% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.93%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.16%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.4°F (January), 78.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $53,538.
- Average annual spending: $44,948.
Property Features:
- Tastefully updated with modern finishes throughout.
- Newly renovated kitchen: Quartz countertops, designer backsplash, stainless steel appliances.
- New carpets and fresh interior.
- Spacious living room opens to a private outdoor retreat with views of lush greenery and rolling hills.
- Dining area adjacent to kitchen—ideal for daily meals or entertaining.
- Upstairs primary suite: High ceilings, updated en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet.
- Two additional bedrooms share a renovated bathroom.
- HOA covers: Roof, exterior paint, landscaping, gutter cleaning, fence maintenance, and access to a community pool.
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Short walk to Starbucks, minutes to BART station.
- Convenient access to shopping, dining, San Mateo Bridge, and South Bay—ideal for commuters and families.
- Family-friendly community with amenities and green spaces.