Property Overview:
731 Valota Rd is a single-family home in Redwood City, CA, originally built in 1952 (some records show 1960). The property offers 5 bedrooms, 2–3 bathrooms, and 2,400–2,554 sq. ft. of living space. It features a parking garage and central heating. The estimated home value ranges from $1,516,000 to a Zestimate over $2.3M. The property is grandfathered as a duplex but can easily be restored to a single-family home.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.4% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Orion Alternative, McKinley Institute of Technology, and Sequoia High.- Average SAT score: 1069 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 62.3% white-collar jobs, 37.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,340 (3% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (15.44%), second largest 35–44 years (15.98%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 52.0°F (January), 83.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $74,862.
- Average annual spending: $56,499.
Property Features:
- Unique opportunity: Grandfathered duplex—use as a single-family home or duplex.
- Downstairs completely remodeled (late 2019, with permits):
- Newer kitchen with quartz counters, modern cabinets, and appliances.
- Upgrades throughout:
- Copper plumbing, upgraded wiring & electrical panels (2019).
- Two furnaces (2019), water heater (2020).
- Double-paned windows and upgraded doors.
- Interior stairs connect lower and upper units—easily convertible between duplex and single-family.
- Two electric meters/panels (2019).
- Property inspection, termite, and roof reports available.
- No immediate access due to tenant’s rights—virtual tour available.
- Lots of rooms—ideal for extended family or multi-generational living.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Redwood City location—steps from Red Morton Park and Veterans Memorial Senior Center.
- Walkable to shopping: Whole Foods, Safeway, CVS.
- Family-friendly community with good schools and parks nearby.
- Excellent value for the size and flexibility in a desirable neighborhood.