Property Overview:
93 San Carlos Ave is a historic single-family home in Sausalito, CA 94965, located in the prestigious Banana Belt neighborhood. Built in 1902/1905, this substantial residence offers 5-6 bedrooms, 2-3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,792 sq. ft. of living space on an 8,175 sq. ft. lot. The home features period details such as Douglas fir floors, wainscoting, box beamed ceilings, and a wrap-around front porch. Estimated home value ranges from $862,000 to $2,379,444.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 2.1% (well below state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 6.3% (below state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Willow Creek Academy, Bayside Martin Luther King Jr. Academy, Del Mar Middle, Tamalpais High
- State average SAT score: 975
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Job Market:
- 75.8% white-collar jobs, 24.2% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 10,093 (3% growth since 2000)
- 45% families with children
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.23%), followed by 35-44 years (16.42%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 49.1°F (January), 66.4°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 22.5 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $109,449
- Average annual spending: $73,474
Property Features:
- California Craftsman-style with architectural appeal
- Street-to-street lot with bay views
- Grand living room with high ceilings and oversized fireplace
- Formal dining room with French doors to covered porch and backyard
- Recently refreshed kitchen
- Upstairs: 5 bright bedrooms, open bay views, high ceilings, widows’ balcony, refinished floors, fresh paint
- Lower level: Family/playroom, full bath, wine room, ample storage
- Huge 540 sq. ft. attic
- Terraced yards and mature landscaping
- Detached garage (on Sweet Briar Ln) with loft studio
- Parking garage, central heating, and cooling system
Location Benefits:
- Prestigious Banana Belt microclimate for year-round enjoyment
- Panoramic views from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Marin hills
- Close to grocery stores (Golden Gate Market, Sausalito Market, Driver’s Market), coffee shops (Firehouse Coffee & Tea, Philz Coffee), and restaurants (Angelino Restaurant, Lappert’s Ice Cream, Sausalito Bakery & Cafe)
- Exclusive, historic neighborhood with a blend of serenity and sophistication
- Rare opportunity to own a storied Sausalito estate with significant architectural and historical value