1552 Sonoma Ave, Albany, CA 94706, USA

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Property Overview:

1552 Sonoma Ave is a single-family home in Albany, CA, built in 1923. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,395 sq. ft. of living space. The estimated home value is $1,854,000.

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)—well above the 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:

  • Mediterranean-style home with timeless charm and modern updates.
  • Remodeled interior with gleaming hardwood floors and thoughtful details.
  • Spacious front room with fireplace, flowing into formal dining and eat-in kitchen.
  • Kitchen: Features a Wolf range—ideal for culinary enthusiasts.
  • Four generously sized bedrooms with custom built-in closet systems.
  • Versatile family room—perfect for a home office, studio, or creative space.
  • Three remodeled bathrooms with unique charm.
  • Large laundry room with abundant storage.
  • Beautifully landscaped yard—an oasis for entertaining or relaxation.
  • Full basement with a second bath.
  • Curb appeal and prime location just blocks from highly rated Marin Elementary and close to Solano Avenue shopping and dining.

Location Benefits:

  • Highly desirable neighborhood with a strong sense of community.
  • Convenient access to top schools, shopping, and dining.
  • Safe, family-friendly environment with excellent amenities.
  • Ideal for entertaining and comfortable living.
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Price and Status History

date type price
2001-09-28 For Sale 495000
2001-10-11 Off Market NaN
2002-01-11 Sold 495000
2023-10-12 Off Market NaN
2025-02-19 For Sale 1795000
2025-03-05 Pending NaN
2025-03-14 Sold 2325000
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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 0.87
SOLID WASTE MGMT CTR SECOND AND, Gilman Street, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637227 0.89

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
WESTERN ROTO ENGRAVERS INC 1225 Sixth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710-1401, USA 9 1994 N/A 94710WSTRN12256 1

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
SAFEWAY STORE 1500 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94707-2107, USA OPR: Operating 0.24
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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
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AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 3 6
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
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South Hayward Oakland East 0 0 1
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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
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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 1 0

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 0 2 9
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