Property Overview:
116 Alvarado Rd is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1934. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,897 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,933,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 18% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 14.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include John Muir Elementary, Willard Middle, and Berkeley Technology Academy.- Average SAT score: 1,112 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 77.7% white-collar jobs, 22.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 12,566 (13% growth since 2000).
- 47.7% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.94%); second largest: 45-54 years (13.81%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.8°F (January), 74.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $106,355.
- Average annual spending: $71,140.
Property Features:
- Stunning 5-bedroom Tudor home with distinctive architectural style in lower Claremont Hills.
- Beautiful leaded glass, large wood staircase, oversized fireplace, and rich wood paneling in the living room.
- Updated chef’s kitchen: Custom cabinetry, sleek countertops, commercial-grade stove, brass hood, and ample storage.
- Family room seamlessly connected to the kitchen, opening to a courtyard.
- Landscaped, lush garden (designed by Darcy Hahn): Two-tier garden, multiple sitting areas, trellised rose bush, raised bed, mature trees, and fruit trees.
- Extra finished space in the lower level with fireplace and half bath—ideal for a home office or future ADU.
Location Benefits:
- Coveted lower Claremont Hills neighborhood.
- Open house events for community engagement.
- Perfect for family living, entertaining, and enjoying outdoor spaces.