3008 Deakin St, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA

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Property Overview:

3008 Deakin St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1940. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 768 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a connected garage (approx. 200 sq. ft. bonus space), hardwood floors, and a remodeled kitchen and bathroom. The estimated home value is $1,002,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • 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%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Sylvia Mendez Elementary, Willard Middle, and Berkeley Technology Academy.

    • Average SAT score: 1112 (566 Math, 546 English)—above state average of 975.

  • Job Market:

    • 77.7% white-collar jobs, 22.3% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 3.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • 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%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 43.8°F (January), 74.5°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 30.4 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $106,355.
    • Average annual spending: $71,140.

Property Features:

  • Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage with abundant natural light.
  • Remodeled eat-in kitchen and tiled bathroom (updated in 2024).
  • Plumbing and electrical updated in 2014.
  • Central heat and gas fireplace.
  • Washer and dryer, dishwasher, gas stove, fridge, range hood.
  • Sun-tunnels and large windows for extra light.
  • Hardwood floors throughout.
  • Small backyard with patio/deck and raised vegetable beds.
  • Detached finished garage (approx. 200 sq. ft.) with skylight and windows—ideal for office, studio, or gym.
  • Off-street parking.
  • Pet-friendly (some dogs considered).
  • No HOA fees.
  • Deposit: ~$4,750; 1-year lease; no smoking; credit check required.

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Lower Elmwood location—3 min walk to Whole Foods, 10 min walk to Berkeley Bowl.
  • Close to Ashby BART, UC Berkeley, Alta Bates Hospital, shopping, restaurants, and freeway access.
  • Walk Score: 89 (Very Walkable).
  • Transit Score: 64 (Good Transit).
  • Bike Score: 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
  • No HOA fees—great condo alternative.
  • Ideal for first-time buyers, students, or professionals seeking a vibrant, central Berkeley lifestyle.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1994-04-26 Sold 125000
1998-07-31 Sold 165000
2002-05-29 Sold 395000
2011-11-21 Sold 392000
2013-11-06 For Sale 465000
2013-11-23 Pending NaN
2013-12-19 Sold 485550
2014-01-04 Sold 485000
2023-10-23 Rental 3875
2023-11-04 Rental 3775
2023-11-11 Rental 3690
2023-11-12 Rental 3600
2023-11-27 Rental 3590
2023-12-18 Rental 3585
2023-12-19 Rental 3575
2024-04-16 For Sale 879000
2024-12-09 Off Market NaN
2024-12-26 Rental NaN
2024-12-31 Off Market NaN
2025-04-16 For Sale 879000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
GRANT LABORATORIES 6020 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA 94608-1424, USA N N NF 0 CAD093982866 0.87

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
WHOLE EARTH ACCESS Ashby Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501, USA OPR: Operating 0.39
BERKELEY ICELAND 2727 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94703-2206, USA OPR: Operating 0.45
UNIVERSITY OF CA- BERKELEY 2000 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94720-8902, USA OPR: Operating 0.52
CARLSON GARAGE 2105 Parker Street, Berkeley, CA 94704-2719, USA OPR: Operating 0.54
BLAKE STREET 2029 Blake Street, Berkeley, CA 94704-2603, USA OPR: Operating 0.62
SAFEWAY STORE 6310 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618-1332, USA OPR: Operating 0.66
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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 0
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

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

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
Very high 0 0 0 0

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 1 5
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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Airplane Noise by Hour x Weekday

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