Property Overview:
861 Parkside Dr is a single-family home in Richmond, CA, built in 1967. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,623 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a two-car garage, forced air heating, and is currently priced as a fixer-upper with an estimated value of $437,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 19.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 7.8% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Invictus Academy of Richmond, Aspire Richmond Technology Academy, Crespi Junior High, and Vista High (Alternative).- Average SAT score: 954 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 63.9% white-collar jobs, 36.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.7% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 28,334 (14.9% growth since 2000).
- 74.6% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.01%); second largest: 35-44 years (13.29%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 49.4°F (January), 80.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 18.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $79,488.
- Average annual spending: $59,048.
Property Features:
- Tri-level townhouse on a corner lot in the Hilltop Green neighborhood.
- 3 spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet.
- 2.5 bathrooms.
- Large living room with brick fireplace—ideal for entertaining.
- Dining room opens to a side patio via sliding glass doors.
- Ample storage throughout, including built-in storage in the two-car garage.
- Great potential for renovation and upgrades; sold As-Is.
- Convenient access to freeways, shopping, and restaurants.
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to major highways and local amenities.
- Family-oriented community with a high percentage of households with children.
- Motivated seller and price improvement for buyers seeking value and renovation potential.