Property Overview:
674 Hamilton Ave #A is a condominium/townhome in Palo Alto, CA 94301, built in 1981. It features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,611 sq. ft. of living space on a 917 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a fireplace, vaulted ceilings, skylight, two expansive patios, and a gated garage. The estimated market value ranges from $1,418,000 to $1,959,000 (recent sale: $1,988,000 in June 2020).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Low overall crime risk (personal crime risk: 4.4%, property crime risk: 10.7%; both below state averages).
- Only 3 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Schools:
- Exceptional schools: Addison Elementary, Palo Alto High, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.
- Average SAT score: 1221 (well above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000).
- 50% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- High flood risk
- Very low tornado risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.7°F (January), 87.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $132,129
- Average annual spending: $83,423
Property Features:
- End-unit with abundant natural light from skylight and windows
- Open layout with vaulted ceilings and fireplace-warmed living room
- Formal dining room and well-designed kitchen with stainless steel appliances
- Spacious kitchen nook with laundry area
- Two expansive patios for outdoor living and entertaining
- Primary suite with vaulted ceiling, spa-like bath, and walk-in closet
- Updated full baths and contemporary finishes
- Designated parking in gated garage plus additional on-site parking
- Secure, peaceful complex of just 12 homes
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Just blocks to downtown Palo Alto and University Avenue
- Minutes to: Rinconada Park, Stanford University, Caltrain, HWY 101/280
- Access to acclaimed Palo Alto schools (buyer to verify eligibility)
- Ideal for commuters and those seeking upscale, walkable living in a vibrant community