Property Overview:
635 Sierra Ave is a single-family home in Mountain View, CA, built in 1940. It features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 1,041 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,063 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a detached 2-car garage, hardwood floors, and an upgraded forced air furnace and AC. The estimated home value is $2,233,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.7% (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 Isaac Newton Graham Middle, Benjamin Bubb Elementary, and Los Altos High.- Average SAT score: 1159 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 66.8% white-collar jobs, 33.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 15,598 (12% growth since 2000).
- 48% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (24.32%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.9°F (January), 88.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 16.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $71,098.
- Average annual spending: $54,698.
Property Features:
- Charming vintage details:
- Milk delivery door, built-in iron, china hutch, O’Keefe & Merritt gas stove, and fold-away dryer rack.
- Living Room: Large windows, corner fireplace, and hardwood floors.
- Dining Room: Includes a built-in hutch and flows into the bonus room.
- Kitchen: Eat-in space, ample cabinet storage, and access to the laundry room with pantry.
- Bonus Room: Can serve as an office, sitting room, or extend the rear bedroom with a folding wall.
- Bedrooms: Spacious and bright with hardwood floors.
- Backyard: Ample space for outdoor activities.
Location Benefits:
- Walkable Downtown location: Close to Castro Street shops, restaurants, library, Eagle Park with pool, Center for Performing Arts, and year-round Farmers Market.
- Commuter-friendly: Near train/light rail stations and Stevens Creek Trail.
- Proximity to grocery stores (Sav Mor Food Store, Dana Oriental Market, Nob Hill Foods), coffee shops (Starbucks, 1 Oz Coffee, Peet’s Coffee), and restaurants (Amber Cafe, Tacos Lujano, Papa John’s Pizza).
- Close to Pioneer Park, Bubb Park, and Mariposa Park.
Potential:
This home offers flexible space, vintage charm, and huge upside potential with some updates. Perfect for those looking to create their dream home in a prime Mountain View location.