731 Valota Rd, Redwood City, CA 94061, USA


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:

  • 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%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Orion Alternative, McKinley Institute of Technology, and Sequoia High.

    • Average SAT score: 1069 (higher than state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 62.3% white-collar jobs, 37.7% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • 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%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 52.0°F (January), 83.5°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 18.4 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
  • 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 locationsteps 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.

Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-07 For Sale NaN
2019-11-01 Rental 4350.0
2019-11-07 Rental 4150.0
2019-11-16 Rental 4000.0
2020-01-25 Rental 3800.0
2023-08-23 For Sale 1895000.0
2023-12-22 Off Market NaN
2024-01-30 For Sale 1845000.0
2024-02-16 For Sale 2135614.0
2024-03-01 Pending NaN
2024-03-13 For Sale NaN
2024-03-19 Pending NaN
2024-03-29 Pending NaN
2024-05-28 Sold 1720000.0
2024-05-31 Sold 1744354.5

Superfund Enterprise Management System

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
TOWNE FORD 1691 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA OPR: Operating 0.97

Flood Risk Info

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AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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Wild fire Risk Info

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