Property Overview:
1232 Dwight Way is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1925. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,032 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $465,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population & Demographics:
- Community population: 14,250 (15% growth since 2000)
- 51.2% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.83%), followed by 35-44 years (15.89%)
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 15.5% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 23% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle, Rosa Parks Environmental Science, Berkeley Technology Academy
- Average SAT score: 1112 (566 Math, 546 English) — above state average of 975
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Job Market:
- 63.5% white-collar jobs, 36.6% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 5.8% (higher than state average of 4.7%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 45.1°F (January), 74.9°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 28.0 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,557
- Average annual spending: $42,137
Property Features:
- Fully renovated (down to the studs, late 2022)
- New electrical, plumbing, windows, recessed lighting, LVP flooring, tankless water heater, new roof, sewer lateral
- Addition of a half bath/powder room
- Light and bright open floor plan
- Garage with extra parking along the driveway
- 220 volt in garage for electric vehicle charging
- Earthquake safety reinforced
- Walk score of 87 (very walkable)
- Approx. 1.2 miles to BART
- Nice backyard and walking distance to popular neighborhood restaurants and bars
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Close to BART and public transit
- Vibrant neighborhood with restaurants, bars, and amenities nearby
- Ideal for families and those seeking a walkable, urban lifestyle