853 W California Ave UNIT K, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA

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Property Overview:

853 W California Ave, Unit B/K, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 is a condominium built in 1983. It features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and approximately 760–785 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes inside laundry (washer/dryer included), an enclosed patio or balcony with storage, and assigned carport parking. Estimated home value ranges from $745,100 to $1,097,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 4.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%)

  • Schools:

    • Nearby schools: Vargas Elementary, Columbia Middle, Summit Public School: Denali, Homestead High, Sunnyvale Middle
    • Average SAT score: 1101 (higher than state average of 975)

  • Job Market:

    • 67.2% white-collar jobs, 32.8% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 64,185 (19% growth since 2000)
    • 56% families with children
    • Largest age group: 25–34 years (25.09%); second largest: 35–44 years (16.62%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 49.0°F (January), 84.6°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 15.8 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $75,046
    • Average annual spending: $56,753

Property Features:

  • Ground floor or top floor units available
  • Remodeled with fresh paint, new carpet/baseboards, new kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, new appliances (dishwasher, range/oven, hood), and updated bathrooms
  • Recessed lighting in kitchen, living room, and bedrooms
  • Open-concept living/dining area with sliding glass door to enclosed patio or balcony
  • Inside laundry with stacked washer/dryer
  • Assigned carport parking with additional storage and HOA parking permit
  • HOA fee includes water, garbage, and roof
  • Pet-friendly (with restrictions)
  • Owner-occupied only (HOA rental restrictions)
  • Mature trees and ample community/street parking
  • Move-in ready and turn-key condition

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Sunnyvale location:
    • Short walk to Cannery Park and downtown Sunnyvale
    • Easy access to 101, 237, and Central Expressway
    • Close to major tech employers: Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta, LinkedIn, and more
    • Walking distance to Caltrain and public transportation
  • Excellent for first-time home buyers or those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle
  • Family-friendly community with top-rated schools and safe neighborhood
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Price and Status History

date type price
2014-03-26 For Sale 435000
2014-04-29 Sold 450000
2019-10-05 For Sale NaN
2020-09-15 For Sale 659000
2020-10-15 For Sale 659000
2020-11-03 For Sale 639000
2020-12-03 For Sale 639000
2021-02-11 Sold 618000
2021-03-11 Sold 618000
2024-07-10 Sold 705000
2024-07-16 Pending NaN
2024-08-09 Sold 710820
2024-12-27 For Sale 750000
2025-01-13 Pending 633500
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
XIDEX CORP 305 Soquel Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4102, USA N N NF 0 CAD051612802 0.27
MEMOTRONICS 1058 West Evelyn Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5743, USA N N NF 0 CAD063532816 0.47
ZYMOS CORP 477 North Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4222, USA N N NF 0 CAD000625905 0.50
MEMOREX SAN TOMAS AT, Central Expressway, Santa Clara, CA 95052, USA N N NF 0 CAD009142415 0.58
SIGNETICS 305 Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA N N NF 0 CAT000614115 0.64
MICREL WAFER FAB (ADVANCED LSI) 639 North Pastoria Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-2917, USA N N NF 0 CAD061621553 0.77
EXAR INTEGRATED 750 Palomar Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-2914, USA N N NF 0 CAD059495325 0.83
LAND BANK INVESTMENTS INTERNATIONAL 303 Ravendale Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043-5228, USA N N NF 0 CAD087015566 0.87
WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORP. (SUNNYVALE PLANT) 401 East Hendy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5100, USA N F 17 CAD001864081 0.89
AMPEX 728 San Aleso Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085-1445, USA N N NF 0 CAD094973005 0.95

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
OGISO ENVIRONMENTAL 150 West Iowa Avenue STE 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-6171, USA OPR: Operating 0.86
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP 401 East Hendy Avenue #62/1, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-5100, USA OPR: Operating 0.89
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
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code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
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

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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