1805 Balsa Street, Alameda, CA 94501-6888, USA

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Property Overview:

1805 Balsa St is a townhouse-style condominium in the Marina Shores Community HOA in Alameda, CA, built by Lennar in 2016. This two-bedroom, two-bath home offers 1,499 sq. ft. of living space and features a 2-car attached garage with interior access. The property is loaded with approximately $50,000 in upgrades and is in impeccable condition. The estimated home value is $920,500 (last sold for $865,000 in 2018).

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 7.9% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 11.2% (slightly higher than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Franklin Elementary, Downtown Charter Academy, and Alameda High.

    • Average SAT score: 995 (higher than state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 53.9% white-collar jobs, 46.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 66,345 (6.3% growth since 2000).
    • 57.8% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.03%); second largest: 45-54 years (15.6%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 44.8°F (January), 71.2°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 27.8 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $66,966.
    • Average annual spending: $52,257.

Property Features:

  • Approximately $50,000 in upgrades; impeccable condition.
  • Kitchen: Large island, Dal Quartz Concrete gray counters with pencil edge, full splash tile, top GE stainless steel appliances with gas stove.
  • Master Bath Suite: Matching counters and surround tile.
  • Secondary Bedroom: Private bath with Piedrafina Glacier White Counters.
  • Window Treatments: Hunter Douglas Silhouette and Nantucket Window Shades; bedroom windows have blackout shades.
  • Flooring: Lovely hardwood and plush carpet/thick pad.
  • Deck: Inviting outdoor space.
  • Laundry: Upper laundry closet with high-end washer/dryer.
  • Heating & Air Conditioning: Separate control panels on each level.
  • Living Area: Open, cheerful with recessed lighting.

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter-friendly: Easy access to public transportation and major highways.
  • Family-oriented community with a growing population and strong school options.
  • Low personal crime risk and vibrant neighborhood with a mix of white- and blue-collar jobs.
  • Ideal for modern living with upgraded amenities and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Price and Status History

date type price
2018-04-02 For Sale 849000
2018-04-14 Pending NaN
2018-04-15 Pending NaN
2018-05-08 Sold 865000
2020-08-26 Sold 578400
2022-10-20 Pending NaN
2023-02-28 Off Market NaN
2024-06-01 For Sale 920500
2025-01-02 Sold 259806
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
12TH COAST GUARD DISTRICT GOVERNMENT ISLAND, Alameda, CA 94501, USA Y N NF 0 CA7690390037 0.63
LIQUID CARBONIC CORP 901 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606-5120, USA N N NF 0 CAD009156662 0.83
BUILDING H-232, PORT OF OAKLAND 845 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606-5127, USA N N NF 0 CAD000098806 0.87
PORT OF OAKLAND Embarcadero MARINA SITE, Oakland, CA 94606, USA N N NF 0 CAD980638670 0.90
AAAAA RENT-A-SPACE 2201 Clement Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501-1438, USA N N NF 0 CAN000906115 0.97
BEST FOODS 1916 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501-2140, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637052 0.98

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
PENNZOIL-QUAKER STATE CO 2015 Grand Street, Alameda, CA 94501-1227, USA 20 2004 N/A 94501PNNZL2015G 0.24
AQUA METALS 1010 Atlantic Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501-1147, USA 5 2018 Yes 9450WQMTLS11ATL 0.49
BIONEER INC 1000 Atlantic Avenue STE 102, Alameda, CA 94501-1170, USA 7 2011 Yes 94501QGNPR1000A 0.57
US COAST GUARD BASE ALAMEDA COAST GUARD ISLAND, Alameda, CA 94501, USA 6 2023 Yes 9450WSCSTGCASTG 0.62
OAKLAND READY MIX CONCRETE 401 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606-5116, USA 1 2007 N/A 94606KLNDR41EMB 0.92
ROCHESTER MIDLAND BYTECH CHEMICAL DIV 1905 Dennison Street, Oakland, CA 94606-5208, USA 1 1990 N/A 94606RCHST1905D 0.92

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
RYNCK GOODYEAR AUTO CENTER 861 Marina Village Parkway, Alameda, CA 94501-1035, USA OPR: Operating 0.9
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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 1
AE 0 1 0 3
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 1

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 Hayward 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland East 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland West 0 0 0
North Hayward Richmond 0 0 1
North Hayward San Leandro 0 0 0
South Hayward Hayward 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland East 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland West 0 0 1
South Hayward Richmond 0 0 0
South Hayward San Leandro 0 0 1

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 2 3

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 0 0
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