Property Overview:
1146 Keeler Ave is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1949. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,615 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently estimated at $1,124,000. The property is being sold AS IS and may not qualify for conventional financing.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 12.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 21.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Oxford Elementary at West Campus, Martin Luther King Middle, and Berkeley High.- Average SAT score: 1150 (593 Math, 557 English)—higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 81.7% white-collar jobs, 18.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 11,059 (8.1% growth since 2000).
- 63% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%); second largest: 65-74 years (13.56%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.7°F (January), 75.9°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 29.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $120,690.
- Average annual spending: $80,028.
Property Features:
- Stunning San Francisco & Bay Views from the main level and deck.
- Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and walls of glass maximize natural light and views.
- Living room with wood-burning fireplace and sliding door to a large deck.
- Kitchen with custom cabinetry and pass-through to dining room.
- Upper entry level: Half bath, kitchen, dining, and living rooms.
- Lower level: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.
- Primary suite with two large cedar-lined walk-in closets.
- Ample storage and one-car garage with additional parking area.
- Large downslope lot with potential for gardening/landscaping and great southern exposure.
- Minutes to Tilden Park, Lake Anza, UC Berkeley, Solano Ave, and the Gourmet Ghetto.
- Offered AS IS—ideal for contractors or buyers seeking a renovation project.
Location Benefits:
- Serene North Berkeley Hills setting with privacy and light.
- Close to parks, recreation, and Berkeley’s renowned dining/shopping.
- Modern Zen home options in the area offer open-concept design, eco-friendly features, and luxurious finishes.
- Excellent for those seeking views, tranquility, and proximity to urban amenities.