1515 Oxford St #1c, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA

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Property Overview:

1515 Oxford St is a condominium building in North Berkeley, CA 94709, built in 1957. Units typically feature 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and range from 2,049 to 2,155 sq. ft. of living space. Most units include a large balcony or deck, floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning fireplace, and ample storage. The building offers secured entry, gated garage parking (usually 2 spaces per unit), elevator access, storage lockers, a communal roof deck, and a recreation room. Estimated home values range from $874,900 to $1,262,710.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 14.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 16.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%)

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier, Martin Luther King Middle, and Berkeley High.

    • Average SAT score: 1112 (566 Math, 546 English) — above state average of 975.

  • Job Market:

    • 76.5% white-collar jobs, 23.5% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 9,949 (12.8% growth since 2000)
    • 30.3% families with children
    • Largest age group: 20-24 years (23.98%); second largest: 25-34 years (23.41%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 44.6°F (January), 75.4°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 29.1 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $58,772
    • Average annual spending: $47,749

Property Features:

  • Spacious, single-level units with grand proportions
  • Large balconies or decks with verdant or garden views
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows for abundant natural light
  • Wood-burning fireplaces and engineered/bamboo wood flooring
  • Recently remodeled kitchens in some units, featuring stainless steel appliances, quartzite or stone countertops, and custom cabinetry
  • Primary suites with updated bathrooms
  • Radiant heated floors in select units
  • In-unit washer/dryer in some units
  • Deeded parking for 2 cars and additional storage lockers
  • Secured entry, gated garage, elevator, and comfortable lobby
  • Communal amenities: roof decks with San Francisco Bay & Berkeley Hills views, recreation/meeting room, laundry facilities
  • HOA fees typically include utilities

Location Benefits:

  • Prime North Berkeley location:
    • Steps to Gourmet Ghetto dining, iconic restaurants (Chez Panisse, Cheese Board, Saul’s Deli), bookstores, cafés, and farmers market
    • Close to UC Berkeley and public transportation (AC Transit, BART)
    • Near parks: Live Oak Park, Berkeley Rose Garden, Greenwood Common
    • Grocery stores: Andronico’s Market, Safeway
  • Community-oriented, walkable neighborhood with historic homes and architectural interest
  • Ideal for urban living, professionals, and retirees seeking convenience, space, and amenities
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Price and Status History

date type price
1986-11-19 Sold 250000.0
1987-04-10 Sold 225000.0
1989-04-04 Sold 285500.0
1990-05-30 Sold 320000.0
1994-06-24 Sold 300000.0
1994-10-19 Sold 235000.0
1999-03-01 For Sale NaN
1999-03-10 Off Market NaN
1999-04-30 Sold 385000.0
2000-01-17 For Sale 385000.0
2000-01-26 Delisted NaN
2000-02-25 Sold 387797.5
2001-05-01 Sold 525000.0
2004-01-09 Sold 601000.0
2006-06-15 For Sale NaN
2006-06-29 Off Market NaN
2006-07-14 Sold 805000.0
2007-08-17 For Sale NaN
2007-08-26 Off Market NaN
2007-08-31 Sold 836000.0
2009-03-16 Off Market 800000.0
2011-12-06 Sold 4772727.0
2012-03-06 Sold 601000.0
2013-01-08 Sold 820000.0
2013-10-24 Sold 1053000.0
2017-04-26 Sold 730800.0
2021-09-20 Sold 447600.0
2022-02-23 Off Market NaN
2022-10-07 Pending NaN
2024-01-11 Price Estimation 1295000.0
2024-04-08 Sold 4772727.0
2024-05-14 Price Estimation 1555387.0
2024-06-07 For Sale 1195000.0
2024-07-11 Pending NaN
2024-07-23 Sold 1255000.0
2024-07-30 Sold 1007000.0
2024-09-20 For Sale 1195000.0
2024-10-02 Pending NaN
2024-10-03 Off Market 900000.0
2024-10-11 Sold 1260000.0
2024-10-15 Sold 1195000.0
2024-10-21 Sold 1195000.0
2025-04-22 For Sale 1275000.0
2025-04-30 For Sale 1350000.0
2025-05-12 Sold 1360000.0
2025-05-14 Pending 1275000.0
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
LAWRENCE BERKELEY LABORATORY 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720-8099, USA Y N NF 0 CA4890008986 0.68
BERKELEY LDFL CO VIRGINIA ST & FT OF UNIVERSITY, Virginia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA N N NF 0 CAD980817746 0.82

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
MCDONALD RESTAURANT 1998 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704-1032, USA OPR: Operating 0.54
LAWRENCE BERKELEY LAB ONE Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720-8099, USA OPR: Operating 0.76
UNIVERSITY OF CA- CHEMISTRY LATIMER HALL, RM B-4, Berkeley, CA 94720-0001, USA OPR: Operating 0.78
PE BERKELEY UNIV OF CALIF, BERKELEY CAMPUS, Berkeley, CA 94720-0001, USA OPR: Operating 0.86
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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 0 0
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 3
VE 0 0 0 0

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
North Hayward Oakland East 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland West 0 0 0
North Hayward Richmond 0 1 0
South Hayward Oakland East 0 1 0
South Hayward Oakland West 0 1 0
South Hayward Richmond 0 0 0

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 0 2

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 1 2 10
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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Airplane Noise by Hour x Weekday

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