Property Overview:
1611 Delaware St is a single-family Victorian home in Berkeley, CA 94703, built in 1890. It offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,376 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,400 sq. ft. lot. The property includes a parking garage and features a main house (3 bed/2 bath) plus an exempt 1 bed/1 bath in-law unit. The estimated home value is $1,645,000–$1,794,814.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 15.3% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 19.5% (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: 1,112 (above state average of 975).
- Also near Shu Ren International School, The Crowden School, and The Berkeley School.
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Job Market:
- 67% white-collar jobs, 33% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly above state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 17,997 (13.4% growth since 2000).
- 48.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (20.61%); second largest: 35–44 years (14.58%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.7°F (January), 74.8°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 28.8 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $49,050.
- Average annual spending: $42,374.
Property Features:
- Elegant, light-filled Victorian with open floor plan and hardwood/stone floors.
- Formal living room with fireplace; spacious family room; new kitchen and bath.
- Master bedroom with fireplace; large level yard and deck—ideal for entertaining.
- Full-sized attic offers potential for expansion or customization.
- Private 1-bedroom apartment (in-law unit) with separate entrance—great for rental income.
- Parking garage included.
Location Benefits:
- Prime North Berkeley location—close to shops, restaurants, North Berkeley BART, and UC Berkeley.
- Walkable to Ohlone Park, Short Street Park, and Presentation Park.
- Nearby grocery stores: Three Stone Hearth, Cedar Market, Mercado Maya.
- Nearby coffee shops: Maya Cafe, Fellini Coffeebar, Starbucks.
- Nearby restaurants: Himalayan Flavors, Animal Place’s Vegan Republic, North Beach Pizza.
- Ideal for families, professionals, and investors seeking a vibrant, convenient community.