1544 Spruce Street, Berkeley, CA 94709-1552, USA

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Property Overview:

1544 Spruce St is a multi-family home in Berkeley, CA 94709, built in 1925. It offers 2,201 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,232 sq. ft. lot. The property features a versatile unit mix: a 2-bedroom, 1-bath owner’s unit and two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units. Includes off-street parking (1:1 ratio), a parking garage, and a shared backyard. Estimated home value: $1,408,657.

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 (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%), followed by 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:

  • Ground-level flat in the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood.
  • Stainless steel appliances: dishwasher, gas stove.
  • Modern renovations: new siding, windows, electrical, plumbing, and more.
  • Laundry access and off-street parking for each unit.
  • Beautiful backyard for relaxation or gatherings.
  • Versatile for homeowners or investors; ideal for rental income or owner-occupancy.
  • Walking distance to UC Berkeley, shops, restaurants, parks, and public transit.

Location Benefits:

  • Prime North Berkeley location near Gourmet Ghetto (renowned dining and cafes).
  • Close to UC Berkeley, Live Oak Park, Berkeley Rose Garden, and public transportation.
  • Convenient access to grocery stores (Andronico’s, Safeway), coffee shops (Peet’s, Cheese Board, Philz), and restaurants (Nico’s 1508, Guacamole 61, Juice Bar Collective).
  • Significant capital improvements ensure long-term value and low maintenance.
  • Ideal for both personal residence and investment in a high-demand rental market.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1995-05-17 Sold 260000
1998-12-09 Sold 340000
2003-05-14 Sold 413500
2015-05-31 Rental 3500
2023-08-17 For Sale 3500
2023-09-02 Delisted 3500
2023-09-03 For Sale 3500
2023-11-17 Delisted 3500
2024-03-06 Delisted 3300
2024-03-27 For Sale 3300
2024-04-10 Delisted 3300
2024-04-12 For Sale 3300
2024-08-19 Delisted 3300
2024-10-01 Rental 2200
2024-12-18 Rental NaN
2025-02-08 For Sale 3300
2025-04-24 For Sale 1875000
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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 0.64
BERKELEY LDFL CO VIRGINIA ST & FT OF UNIVERSITY, Virginia Street, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA N N NF 0 CAD980817746 0.83

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 0.49
LAWRENCE BERKELEY LAB ONE Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720-8099, USA OPR: Operating 0.70
UNIVERSITY OF CA- CHEMISTRY LATIMER HALL, RM B-4, Berkeley, CA 94720-0001, USA OPR: Operating 0.72
PE BERKELEY UNIV OF CALIF, BERKELEY CAMPUS, Berkeley, CA 94720-0001, USA OPR: Operating 0.80
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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 12
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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Airplane Noise by Hour x Weekday

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