1535 Posen Ave, Albany, CA 94706, USA


Property Overview:

1535 Posen Ave is a single-family home in Albany, CA, built in 1922. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,751 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $1,938,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.1% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Marin Elementary, Martin Luther King Middle, and Albany High.

    • Average SAT score: 1,150 (593 Math, 557 English)—higher than state average of 975.
  • Job Market:

    • 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 16,386 (9.4% growth since 2000).
    • 55.8% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.24%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.82%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 46.7°F (January), 76.1°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 25.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $63,708.
    • Average annual spending: $50,612.

Property Features:

  • Beautiful Craftsman architecture with original details and modern updates.
  • Elegant living room with wood-burning fireplace.
  • Formal dining room with Craftsman built-ins and a Sue Johnson light fixture.
  • Remodeled kitchen (2005):
    • Fireproof Italian soapstone counters
    • Stainless steel appliances
    • Slate floor
    • Farmhouse sink
    • Abundant cabinetry
    • Opens to expansive family room with gas fireplace and French doors to a parklike backyard.
  • Solar panels and electric car charging station.
  • Hardscape and pavers lead to a cottage/workshop and decks—potential for a hot tub.
  • Fully fenced yard.
  • Upper floor addition (2004):
    • Three bedrooms, two baths (including primary suite with ensuite bath).
    • Upstairs hardwood oak floors and staircase added in 2024.
  • Double-pane Pella windows throughout.

Location Benefits:

  • Located in one of Albany’s most coveted neighborhoods.
  • Monterey Market and other local favorites just a block away.
  • Just over half a mile to North Berkeley BART—excellent for commuters.
  • Family-friendly community with strong schools and amenities nearby.

Price and Status History

date type price
1989-04-06 Off Market 204000
2020-05-15 Sold 648000
2022-05-23 Off Market NaN
2022-08-25 Pending NaN
2023-08-28 Off Market NaN
2025-02-12 For Sale 1799000
2025-02-17 For Sale NaN
2025-02-26 Pending NaN
2025-03-11 Sold 2500000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
BERKELEY LDFL CO VIRGINIA ST & FT OF UNIVERSITY, Virginia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA N N NF 0 CAD980817746 0.71
SOLID WASTE MGMT CTR SECOND AND, Gilman Street, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637227 0.94

Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
SAFEWAY STORE 1500 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94707-2107, USA OPR: Operating 0.42

Flood Risk Info

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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.

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