Property Overview:
628 Montage Cir is a single-family home in East Palo Alto, CA, built in 2015. It features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a loft, and 2,244 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, central heating and cooling systems, and a cozy backyard. The estimated home value is $1,514,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include KIPP Esperanza High, Aspire East Palo Alto Charter, and Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle.- Average SAT score: 1062 (above state average of 975).
- Tinsley Voluntary Transfer Program offers access to Palo Alto and Menlo Park schools (on qualification).
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Job Market:
- 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
- 69% families with children.
- Largest age groups: 35-44 years (14.67%), 25-34 years (14.04%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $82,787.
- Average annual spending: $59,990.
Property Features:
- Modern and intuitive design with builder upgrades.
- 4 bedrooms + loft, 2.5 bathrooms, living room, separate family room, and dining section.
- Gourmet kitchen: Expansive granite countertops, backsplash, gas stove, microwave, and recessed lighting.
- Luxurious master suite: Oversized walk-in closet, dual sink vanity, and tile flooring.
- Large laundry room with side-by-side washer/dryer and ample storage.
- Attached 2-car garage and visitor parking.
- Community amenities: Park and children’s play area.
- Seller intends 1031 Exchange (no cost to buyers).
- Open house: Saturdays & Sundays.
Location Benefits:
- Ideal location within the community.
- Family-friendly neighborhood with a high percentage of families with children.
- Access to top schools via transfer program.
- Convenient for entertaining with spacious living areas and backyard.
- Close to community parks and playgrounds.