Property Overview:
6245 Thornton Ave is a luxury townhouse-style condominium in Newark, CA, built in 2015. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,520 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a two-car side-by-side garage, central heating and air conditioning, and modern smart home features like a Nest Thermostat and Ring Video Doorbell.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.2% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 10.5% (slightly lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Birch Grove Intermediate, Newark Junior High, Crossroads High (Alternative), and Bridgepoint High (Continuation).- Average SAT score: 1000 (510 Math, 490 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 56.8% white-collar jobs, 43.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 42,218 (13.2% growth since 2000).
- 77.1% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.98%), followed by 35-44 years (14.85%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 47.8°F (January), 80.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $77,621.
- Average annual spending: $58,229.
Property Features:
- Open, spacious floor plan with abundant natural light.
- Gourmet kitchen: Upgraded cabinets, quartz countertops, natural stone tile backsplash, premium stainless steel appliances, center island, and Smart lights (Wiz).
- Elegant primary suite: Walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with double vanity, jetted Jacuzzi tub, and standing shower.
- Three full bathrooms for convenience and privacy.
- Den/Office on ground floor—ideal for home office or guest room.
- In-unit washer and dryer.
- Energy-efficient features and tankless water heater.
- Patio area for alfresco dining and spacious rear yard for gardening.
- Two-car garage with extra storage space.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Newark location: Close to parks, schools, shopping, dining, and major commuting routes (including I-880 and Dumbarton Bridge).
- Walkable to the public library and Newark Civic Center.
- Family-friendly community with excellent amenities and growth potential.
- Ideal for commuters to major tech companies in the Bay Area.