Property Overview:
951 Medford Ave is a single-family home in Hayward, CA, built in 1937. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,438 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a parking garage, cozy backyard, and a long driveway for guest parking. There is also a permitted ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit, 324 sq. ft.) at the rear, making it suitable for investment or multi-generational living. The estimated home value is $752,600 (sold for $515,000 in 2016).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 10.7% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 9.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Harder Elementary, Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter, and Edendale Middle.- Average SAT score: 933 (Math: 482, English: 451), below state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 53.9% white-collar jobs, 46.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.8% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 55,951 (17.2% growth since 2000).
- 63.9% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.99%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.45%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 45.9°F (January), 77.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.9 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $58,149.
- Average annual spending: $47,415.
Property Features:
- Move-in ready with welcoming front porch and curb appeal.
- Living room: Bright windows and brick fireplace.
- Dining room: Ample natural light and hardwood floors.
- Kitchen: Newly remodeled (2024) with updated countertops, new refrigerator, stove, cabinets, and lighting.
- Laundry room: Conveniently located off the kitchen.
- Bedrooms: Spacious and larger than average.
- Backyard: Cozy, with new landscaping and irrigation.
- Security: 5 Ring cameras (1 hardwired, 4 solar).
- Recent upgrades: New doors, fixtures, paint, gated property, refinished floors, new carpeting in one room.
- ADU: Permitted 324 sq. ft. unit in rear (address: 951A Medford Ave).
- Fire history: Kitchen fire in 2022, fully remodeled since.
- Parking: Garage and long driveway for guests.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient access to downtown Hayward, shopping centers, Highways 580, 238, 880, 92, and BART station.
- Easy commute to Oakland and San Francisco.
- Ideal for families, investors, or those seeking a home with rental income potential.