979 Lawrence Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA

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Property Overview:

979 Lawrence Ln is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1953. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 2,018 sq. ft. of living space (buyer to verify; appraisal indicates 1,716 sq. ft. dwelling + 440 sq. ft. garage). The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating system, and cooling system. The estimated home value is $1,785,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Ohlone Elementary, Frank S. Greene Junior Middle, East Palo Alto Academy, and Greendell.

    • Average SAT score: 1,062 (above state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
    • 69% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.04%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.67%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $82,787.
    • Average annual spending: $59,990.

Property Features:

  • Diamond in the rough on a cul-de-sac—ideal for renovation, remodel, expansion, or rebuild.
  • Deep front yard, courtyard, and large backyard.
  • Spacious living/dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows.
  • Separate family room/den with closet and patio/backyard access.
  • Primary bedroom with half bath.
  • Unfinished 3rd bedroom with walk-in closet space.
  • Unfinished breakfast room off kitchen.
  • Easy access to Highway 101, close to parks, shopping, and dining.
  • Top-rated Palo Alto schools.
  • Sold “AS IS”—buyer to verify square footage, lot size, permits, and future plans with the city.

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter-friendly: Quick access to major employment areas via Highway 101.
  • Family-oriented community with a high percentage of families and children.
  • Near parks and a short drive to shopping and dining.
  • Excellent schools and strong potential for future value with renovation.
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Price and Status History

date type price
2018-01-01 Rental 1882.0
2019-10-06 For Sale NaN
2022-01-01 Rental 26039.0
2023-01-01 For Sale 1545695.5
2023-08-30 Off Market NaN
2024-06-19 Sold 2498888.0
2024-06-25 Pending NaN
2024-06-26 Sold 3200000.0
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
PALO ALTO DEPT OF UTILS 3201 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3213, USA N N NF 0 CAT000604017 0.49
FORD AEROSPACE 1036 East Meadow Circle, Palo Alto, CA 94303-4230, USA N N NF 0 CAD980673925 0.85
VARIAN ASSOCIATES 601 North California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA N N NF 0 CAT080010804 0.92

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
GOOCH & HOUSEGO (PALO ALTO) LLC 1040 East Meadow Circle, Palo Alto, CA 94303-4230, USA 32 2014 Yes 94303CRYST1060E 0.80
COLLAGEN CORP 2455 Faber Place, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3316, USA 3 1990 N/A 94303CLLGN2500F 0.83
SPACE SYSTEMS / LORAL - B12 1034/1036 East Meadow Circle B12, Palo Alto, CA 943034604, USA 1 2003 N/A 94303SPCSY13413 0.86

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PALO ALTO REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT 2501 Embarcadero Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3326, USA 0.99
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 1 9
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AH 0 0 0 2
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Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
San Andreas - Peninsula Mindego Hill 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 2
San Andreas - Peninsula Woodside 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 4 1

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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