Property Overview:
284 Alvarado Rd is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA 94705, built in 1994. It features 4+ bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 3,915 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,698 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage, elevator, and multiple terraces. The estimated home value ranges from $1,746,000 to $1,967,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Average Sale Price:
- Similar homes average between $2,152,617 and $3,147,004.
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Kaiser Elementary, Claremont Middle, Oakland Technical High, John Muir Elementary, and Berkeley Technology Academy.
- Above average school ratings.
- Average SAT score: 1112 (higher than state average of 975).
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 18% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 14.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
- 2 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Demographics:
- Community population: 12,566 (13% growth since 2000).
- 47.7% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (14.94%); second largest: 45-54 years (13.81%).
- Median household income: $106,355.
- Average annual spending: $71,140.
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Job Market:
- 77.7% white-collar jobs, 22.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Minimal flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.8°F (January), 74.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
Property Features:
- Grand European style with breathtaking views spanning 4 counties, 4 bridges, skyline, and bay.
- Elegant living/dining rooms with high ceilings, striking foyer, and grand staircase.
- Expansive terraces, charming gardens, and multiple decks for entertaining and relaxation.
- Elevator from garage to all floors for accessibility.
- Refreshed eat-in kitchen with new countertops, new appliances, and extra-large pantry.
- All bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms; luxurious primary suite with view terrace, sauna, and spa tub.
- Guest apartment, office, playroom, and laundry room.
- Solar panels, radiant heat, central vacuum, refinished hardwood floors, and mahogany built-ins.
- Thoughtful updates and lovely sunny landscaped yard.
Location Benefits:
- Coveted neighborhood above the Claremont Hotel with easy access to shops, dining, and transit.
- Open houses on Saturdays & Sundays, 2-4pm.
- Perfect for entertaining, work-from-home, and family living.