1615 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA


Property Overview:

1615 California St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1921. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,176 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a fantastic backyard. The estimated home value is $839,200.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • 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%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle, Berkeley Technology Academy, and Washington Elementary.

    • Average SAT score: 1112 (above state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 67.0% white-collar jobs, 33.0% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
  • 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%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

    • Average temperature: 44.7°F (January), 74.8°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 28.8 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $49,050.
    • Average annual spending: $42,374.

Property Features:

  • Classic Berkeley bungalow with bright living area and formal dining room.
  • Kitchen: New quartz countertop and sink.
  • 3 light and airy bedrooms.
  • Fantastic backyard: Ideal for gardening, relaxation, and outdoor dining.
  • Parking garage included.
  • Close to BART (1/3 mile), dining, and shopping.

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter-friendly: Short walk to BART and easy access to local amenities.
  • Family-oriented community with a growing population.
  • Enjoys mild weather and vibrant neighborhood life.

Price and Status History

date type price
2018-01-01 Sold 2672
2019-10-03 For Sale NaN
2023-08-17 Off Market NaN
2024-01-01 Rental 4060
2025-03-14 For Sale 995000
2025-03-26 Pending NaN

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 0.1

Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
FRANK’S ENGINEERING CLINIC 1245 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702-1708, USA OPR: Operating 0.64
MCDONALD RESTAURANT 1998 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704-1032, USA OPR: Operating 0.69

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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

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