Property Overview:
55 Pickford Ave is a single-family home in San Jose, CA (Alum Rock neighborhood), built in 1930. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 991 sq. ft. of living space on a 10,000 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, and cooling system. The estimated home value is $862,100 and it is currently listed for $935,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include James Lick High, Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning, Russo/McEntee Academy, and Joseph George Middle.- Average SAT score: 934 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 53.9% white-collar jobs, 46.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 54,986 (9% growth since 2000).
- 81% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (15.05%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.39%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 39.2°F (January), 72.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 11.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $77,385.
- Average annual spending: $57,863.
Property Features:
- Built in 1930 with classic charm.
- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 991 sq. ft. of living space.
- Parking garage, fireplace, and cooling system.
- Large lot: 10,000 sq. ft.
- Zoning: R1 (Residential).
Location Benefits:
- Family-oriented community with a high percentage of households with children.
- Relatively safe neighborhood with lower-than-average crime rates.
- Convenient access to local schools and amenities.
- Mild weather year-round and low risk of most natural disasters (except earthquakes).
- Active real estate market in a growing community.