Property Overview:
6218 Highland Ave is a single-family home in Richmond, CA 94805, built in 1952. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,012 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,375 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, forced air heating, and cooling system. The estimated home value is $658,900–$699,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 25.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 34.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Mira Vista Elementary, Summit Public School K2, Manzanita Middle, and Vista High (Alternative).- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 64.6% white-collar jobs, 35.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 12,954 (0.5% growth since 2000).
- 65.6% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (16.1%); second largest: 35–44 years (14.84%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.7°F (January), 78.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 16.7 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $62,164.
- Average annual spending: $49,681.
Property Features:
- Charming bungalow in the Richmond View (Richmond Heights) neighborhood.
- 2 bedrooms, 1 updated bath.
- Hardwood floors throughout.
- Spacious eat-in kitchen ready for updates.
- Expansive lot with large fenced garden—ideal for planting, entertaining, or expansion.
- Excellent price—great for a starter home or investment.
- Mix of architectural styles in the neighborhood, from bungalows to mid-century modern homes.
Location Benefits:
- Stunning panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Mount Tamalpais, and Marin Headlands.
- Close to Wildcat Canyon Regional Park (hiking, nature) and Point Isabel Regional Shoreline (dog-friendly waterfront trails).
- Nearby amenities: grocery stores (Arlington Market, Richmond Halal Market, La Loma No 1), coffee shops (Catahoula Coffee Co, Starbucks), and restaurants (3 Hermanas, Tres Hermanas, Mississippi Catfish).
- Parks nearby: Alvarado Park, Tiller Park, Mira Vista Park.
- Commuter-friendly location with access to major roads and public transit.
- Picturesque, diverse, and thriving community with strong investment potential.