Property Overview:
6274 Joaquin Murieta Ave, Apt A is a condominium/townhome-style unit in Newark, CA, built in 1982. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,112 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes in-unit laundry, a private patio, and 1-car garage parking. The estimated home value is $708,600 (last sold for $440,000 in 2015).
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 Newark Memorial High, Joseph Azevada Elementary, Circle of Independent Learning, and G. M. Walters Middle.- 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:
- Moderate 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:
- Bright, clean end/corner unit with updated kitchen (stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, garden window with live-edge wood shelf)
- Laminate wood flooring downstairs, carpet upstairs
- Open-concept living/dining area with wood-burning fireplace
- Private tiled patio with walk-in, locked storage unit
- Remodeled bathrooms with modern fixtures and finishes
- Custom closet systems in bedrooms, linen closet, pull-down attic ladder for storage
- Full-size in-unit washer and dryer
- Central heating (no A/C)
- HOA fee: $570/month (includes access to 3 community pools, spas, tennis courts, recreation room, landscaped grounds, and walking paths)
- 1-car garage plus additional parking area
Location Benefits:
- Highly convenient Newpark Village community
- Easy access to 880 freeway, BART, and Silicon Valley shuttle stops
- Close to Newark Mall, Costco, Tesla, schools, parks, and restaurants
- Professionally landscaped grounds with mature trees and walking paths
- Ideal for first-time buyers and those seeking a commuter-friendly, amenity-rich lifestyle