Property Overview:
1528 Keoncrest Dr is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA 94702, built in 1942. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,580 sq. ft. of living space on a 2,842 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,208,668 (Redfin), though another estimate is $519,200.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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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 include Ruth Acty Elementary, Martin Luther King Middle, and Berkeley High.- 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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Demographics:
- Community population: 14,250 (15% growth since 2000).
- 51.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.83%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.89%).
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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:
- Thoughtfully-designed layout with generous living spaces and abundant natural light.
- Original features and solid bones offer tremendous potential for modernization.
- Kitchen overlooks a sweet garden.
- Cozy fireplace in the living room.
- Four bedrooms (including an upper-level addition) provide flexibility.
- Laundry area adjacent to the backyard.
- Attached garage.
- Charming character with opportunity for updates to match your taste.
Location Benefits:
- Located in the vibrant Westbrae neighborhood.
- Close to Monterey Market, Cedar Rose Park, Ohlone Greenway, and BART.
- Nearby amenities: grocery stores (Cedar Market, Monterey Foods, Berkeley Natural Grocery), coffee shops (Country Cheese Coffee Market, Raxakoul Coffee & Cheese, Coffee Conscious), and restaurants (Espresso Roma, Lilly’s Restaurant, Hopkins Street Bakery).
- Combines Berkeley’s classic charm with contemporary updates.
- Offers a peaceful sanctuary while being connected to all the city offers.
- Open house: 04/24 (9:30-12) and 04/27 (2-4 PM).