Property Overview:
1913 Rose St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1929. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,089 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently estimated at $1,031,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 14.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 16.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Martin Luther King Middle, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier, and Berkeley High.- Average SAT score: 1112 (566 Math, 546 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 76.5% white-collar jobs, 23.5% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.9% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 9,949 (12.8% growth since 2000).
- 30.3% families with children.
- Largest age group: 20-24 years (23.98%); second largest: 25-34 years (23.41%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 44.6°F (January), 75.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 29.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $58,772.
- Average annual spending: $47,749.
Property Features:
- Vintage 2-bed, 1-bath Mediterranean bungalow with original hardwood floors throughout living, dining, and bedrooms.
- Spacious eat-in kitchen with a separate breakfast nook overlooking the private backyard.
- Large living room with a cozy fireplace and oversized front window for natural light.
- Formal dining room with built-in cabinetry.
- Interior stairwell leads to laundry room, garage, and a large unfinished space with potential for expansion.
- Fenced-in backyard with a spacious patio—ideal for outdoor relaxation or entertaining.
- Needs some updates, offering tremendous potential to customize.
- Close to UC Berkeley and top local attractions: Cheeseboard, Chez Panisse, Monterey Market, Andronico’s, Live Oak Park.
Location Benefits:
- Prime North Berkeley location—walkable to renowned restaurants, markets, parks, and the UC Berkeley campus.
- Ideal for buyers seeking a classic home with character and room to personalize.
- Strong community growth and excellent schools make it attractive for families and professionals alike.