Property Overview:
886 Sunset Dr is a single-family home in Santa Clara, CA, built in 1949. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,053 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and a tankless water heater. The estimated home value is $945,400 (last sold for $1,128,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include C. W. Haman Elementary, Wilson Alternative, Juan Cabrillo Middle, Live Oak Academy, Millikin Elementary, Buscher Middle, and Santa Clara High School.- Average SAT score: 1,155 (608 Math, 547 English)—higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 65.1% white-collar jobs, 34.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 35,657 (18% growth since 2000).
- 58% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.2%), followed by 35-44 years (14.77%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.4°F (January), 80.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 15.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $65,818.
- Average annual spending: $51,815.
Property Features:
- Charming classic home with fresh interior paint and refinished wood floors.
- New blinds and ceiling fans throughout.
- Fully renovated bathroom.
- Living room with brick fireplace and white wood mantle.
- Kitchen: White tile counters, oak cabinets, new flooring, and traditional backdoor.
- Inside laundry for convenience.
- Custom built-in shelving in master bedroom.
- Manicured front and back yards with covered arbor and built-in BBQ.
- Large side yard with gate access and long driveway.
- Potential for expansion or ADU on larger lot.
- Central A/C, E-charger, and beautiful landscaping.
Location Benefits:
- Top-rated schools nearby.
- Close to major employers: Apple, NVIDIA, Kaiser Hospital.
- Easy access to freeways: 280, 85, and more.
- Santa Clara electric utility offers lower rates.
- Convenient to shopping and restaurants.
- Family-friendly community with strong pride of ownership.