Property Overview:
884 Santa Rita Ave is a single-family home in Los Altos, CA, built in 2014. It features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 3,784 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a parking garage, fireplace, forced air heating system, and cooling system. A spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house with a full kitchen and laundry adds flexibility for multi-generational living or rental income.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 2% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Santa Rita Elementary, Ardis G. Egan Junior High, and Henry M. Gunn High.- Average SAT score: 1159 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 80.2% white-collar jobs, 19.8% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 17,126 (22% growth since 2000).
- 78% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.8%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 90.1°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 14.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $205,994.
- Average annual spending: $112,459.
Property Features:
- Just-completed major remodel with espresso-hued hardwood floors and modern electronic extras.
- Flowing 1-level floor plan with expansive windows and glass doors opening to outdoor living spaces.
- Kitchen/Great Room: Chef’s kitchen with a signature island as the hub of the home.
- Professionally designed landscaping: Features native plants, fruit trees, and multiple seating areas, including a fire pit patio.
- Energy-efficient upgrades:
- 17.36kW solar array powering 3 Tesla Powerwalls.
- Dual electric car chargers, heat pumps, and tankless water heaters.
- Guest House:
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, full kitchen, and covered patio.
- Ideal for multi-generational living, au pair residence, or income production.
Location Benefits:
- Prime North Los Altos location on a quiet street.
- Close to The Village and award-winning Los Altos schools.
- Offers privacy and a park-like retreat feel, perfect for families and entertaining.