Property Overview:
159 Hillcrest Rd is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1914. It features 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 4,071 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and showcases Arts & Crafts architecture with grand rooms, a sweeping staircase, and elegant updates.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 18% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 14.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Chabot Elementary, Claremont Middle, and Berkeley Technology Academy.- Average SAT score: 1112 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 77.7% white-collar jobs, 22.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 12,566 (13% growth since 2000).
- 47.7% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.94%); second largest: 45-54 years (13.81%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.8°F (January), 74.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $106,355.
- Average annual spending: $71,140.
Property Features:
- Noble Arts & Crafts brown shingle with grand rooms and sweeping staircase.
- French doors open to a south-facing garden.
- Reception room, au-pair suite, playroom, and family room.
- Elegant updates and beautiful detailing throughout.
- Gated entry through a magical garden.
- Flexible floorplan:
- 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and study on upper level.
- 5th bedroom, bath, and family room on lower level.
- Recent two-car garage.
- Special house in a convenient Claremont neighborhood.
Location Benefits:
- Claremont neighborhood: Known for elegance, convenience, and community charm.
- Close to top schools, shopping, and amenities.
- Perfect for families and those seeking a historic Berkeley treasure.