Property Overview:
Multiple properties are described, primarily single-level 4-bedroom homes located in Novato, CA 94947 and Huntington Beach, CA.
- Example: 80 Pinto Ln, Novato, CA 94947
- Built: 1971
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2.5
- Lot size: 1.02 acres
- Living space: 2,561 sq. ft.
- Recent sale: $1,225,000 (10/09/2020)
- Estimated value: $1,313,245 (average for similar homes)
- Example: 6921 Lenis Cir, Huntington Beach, CA
- Built: 1963
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Living space: 1,615 sq. ft.
- Recent sale: $735,000 (9/7/2016)
- Estimated value: $840,000
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Novato: Low overall crime risk
- Huntington Beach:
- Personal crime risk: 3.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 3.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Novato: Pleasant Valley Elementary, Sinaloa Middle, San Marin High (very good, STEM program)
- Huntington Beach: Coast High, College View Elementary, Spring View Middle
- State average SAT score: 975
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Job Market:
- Huntington Beach:
- 61.9% white-collar jobs, 38.1% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
- Huntington Beach:
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Demographics:
- Huntington Beach:
- Population: 58,465 (14% growth since 2000)
- 71% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (15.09%)
- Huntington Beach:
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Novato: Very high earthquake risk, very low tornado risk, minimal flood risk
- Huntington Beach: High earthquake risk, moderate flood risk, low tornado risk
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Weather:
- Huntington Beach:
- Average temperature: 52.3°F (January), 68.7°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 15.9 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
- Huntington Beach:
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Cost of Living:
- Huntington Beach:
- Median household income: $79,740
- Average annual spending: $59,102
- Huntington Beach:
Property Features:
- Single-level, 4-bedroom homes on quiet cul-de-sac streets
- Easy access to freeways, shopping, and schools
- Pride of ownership: Very clean, updated, and great curb appeal
- Two-car attached garage plus RV parking
- Recent upgrades:
- Furnace and air conditioner (added last summer)
- Large aluminum shade cover in backyard with ceiling fans
- Granite kitchen counters and laminate wood floors
- Carpet and wood floors only 1 year old
- Upgraded dishwasher
- Master bath: Remodeled with custom tile work
- Double-pane windows throughout
- Large custom pantry in laundry room with pull-out drawers
- Beautiful wood front door with invisible screen
- Ceiling fans in every room
- Whole House Fan system and central A/C
- Fire pit and outdoor living spaces
- Pool (in select Novato properties)
- Decks, open land, and wildlife views (Novato)
- Energy-efficient features: Owned solar panels, Tesla Powerwall (select Novato homes)
- Entertainment amenities: Wine room, bar, movie area, bocce ball court (select Novato homes)
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to major highways and public transportation
- Family-oriented neighborhoods with good schools and low crime
- Outdoor lifestyle: Pools, decks, fire pits, and large yards for entertaining
- Community amenities: Clubhouse, bridle trails, protected greenbelt (Wild Horse Valley, Novato)
- Low natural disaster risk (except for high earthquake risk in both areas)
- Strong job market and growing communities