Property Overview:
2741 Acton St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA 94702, built in 1925. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,032 sq. ft. of living space on a 3,500 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage and well-maintained hardwood floors. The estimated home value is between $648,500 and $923,206.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 15.5% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 23% (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: 1112 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 63.5% white-collar jobs, 36.6% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 5.8% (higher than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 14,250 (15% growth since 2000).
- 51.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.83%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.89%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 45.1°F (January), 74.9°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 28.0 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $48,557.
- Average annual spending: $42,137.
Property Features:
- Vintage home with well-maintained hardwood floors throughout.
- Bright dining room with sideboard storage.
- Living room features built-in bookcases and fireplace.
- Kitchen includes a breakfast nook (usable as office space).
- Laundry area with sink, washer, and dryer beyond kitchen.
- Fresh interior and exterior paint; roof repaired in 2024.
- Inspection items corrected (with documentation in disclosures).
- Front bedroom with walk-in closet.
- Nearby parks: San Pablo Park, Haskell-Mabel Mini Park, Prince Street Mini Park.
- Close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and public transit.
Location Benefits:
- Convenient access to grocery stores (Sacramento Market, Alex Market, Food Town Market).
- Nearby coffee shops (Mo’joe Cafe, Far Leaves Tea, Caffe Trieste) and restaurants (Bootstrapper, Nanna’s House, Kaffa Ethiopian Cuisine).
- Family-friendly neighborhood with recreational activities at nearby parks.
- Rental estimate: $3,554–$4,485/month.
- Ideal for families seeking a vintage home in a vibrant Berkeley community.