Property Overview:
685 Kern St is a single-family home in the Mira Vista neighborhood of Richmond, CA 94805, built in 1947. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a 1,267 sq. ft. living area, and sits on a 5,000 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a two-car garage with laundry, utility sink, water closet, and storage. The property last sold for $855,000 on 07/24/2020. The current estimated home value is around $695,300.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Average Sale Price:
- Ranges from $546,870 to $750,387 for similar homes in the area.
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Schools:
- Nearby schools are above average and include Mira Vista Elementary, Fred T Korematsu Middle, and El Cerrito High.
- Other nearby options: Manzanita Middle, Summit Public School K2, Vista High (Alternative).
- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 25.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 34.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
- Moderately high overall crime risk; 3 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Demographics:
- Community population: 12,954 (0.5% growth since 2000).
- 65.6% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (16.1%), followed by 35-44 years (14.84%).
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Job Market:
- 64.6% white-collar jobs, 35.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $62,164.
- Average annual spending: $49,681.
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Minimal flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.7°F (January), 78.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 16.7 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
Property Features:
- Turn-key split-level home with thoughtful upgrades and pride of ownership.
- Spacious floor plan:
- 1 bedroom on main level.
- 2 bedrooms and renovated bath (with walk-in rain shower and designer finishes) on upper level.
- Updated galley kitchen:
- Stainless appliances, granite counters/backsplash, cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, pull-out drawers/spice rack, water filtration system, LED lighting.
- Sun-filled dining area opens to upper deck with bay and Mt. Tamalpais views.
- Magical outdoor space:
- Mature landscaping, organic planters, fruit trees, greenhouse, tall redwoods, new garden-level deck with outdoor shower.
- Two-car garage:
- Laundry, utility sink, water closet, ample storage.
- Interior upgrades:
- New paint, hardwood floors, LED recessed lighting, dual-pane windows, ceiling fans, custom-built closets, light dimmers.
- Additional amenities:
- Recently installed AC, finished garage for recreation or home office (with Murphy bed & mini split heater/cooler), large storage spaces.
- Commuter-friendly:
- Easy freeway access, 1.3 miles to BART, 5 miles to SF Ferry.
Location Benefits:
- Set in the scenic Mira Vista hills with natural sunlight and timeless details.
- Perfect for urban gardeners and outdoor entertaining.
- Peaceful work-from-home options with a craftsman teakwood office.
- Convenient for commuters and family living.
- Short drive to BART and other Bay Area transit options.