Property Overview:
1220 9th St is a multi-family Victorian property in Alameda, CA 94501, built in 1895. The property consists of a duplex (each unit: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) and a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage at 908 Centennial Ave. The total living area is 2,008 sq. ft. on a 4,200 sq. ft. lot. The estimated home value is $1,264,225.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.9% (lower than CA average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 11.2% (slightly higher than CA average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Nearby: Maya Lin School, Franklin Elementary, Da Vinci Center for Gifted Children, Ocean View Elementary, Albany High, Martin Luther King Middle
- Average SAT score: 995 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 53.9% white-collar jobs, 46.1% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Population: 66,345 (6.3% growth since 2000)
- 57.8% families with children
- Largest age group: 35-44 (16.03%), followed by 45-54 (15.6%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.8°F (January), 71.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 27.8 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $66,966
- Average annual spending: $52,257
Property Features:
- 3-unit Victorian:
- Duplex:
- Upper unit: 2 bed, 1 bath, tall ceilings, hardwood floors with inlays, updated kitchen & bath, private laundry
- Lower unit: 2 bed, 1 bath, hardwood floors with inlays, updated kitchen & bath, private laundry with exterior access
- Cottage (908 Centennial Ave): 1 bed, 1 bath, tall ceilings, hardwood floors with inlays, updated kitchen & bath, private laundry, 1-car garage
- Duplex:
- Utilities:
- Duplex residents: Pay own electricity; owner pays gas, water, sewer, garbage
- Cottage resident: Pays all own utilities
- Parking: 1-car garage (cottage), on-street parking
- Laundry: In-unit for all units
- Pet Policy: Dogs and cats allowed (case by case)
- Heating/Cooling: Radiant heat, no air conditioning
- Backyard: Fenced private backyard for some units
- Security Deposit: Varies by unit ($2,280–$5,400)
- Lease Terms: 12 months, application requirements apply
Location Benefits:
- Walkable to parks: Washington Park, Franklin Park, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
- Nearby amenities:
- Grocery: Santa Clara Market, Bonfare 25, Discount City
- Coffee: Spritzers, Tea Delight, West End Crepe
- Restaurants: McDonald’s, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, Pho and Baguette
- Commuter-friendly: Close to public transportation and major routes
- Family-oriented community with strong school options and local amenities