51 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA 94708, USA

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Property Overview:

51 Forest Ln is a single-family home in the North Berkeley Hills, Berkeley, CA, built in 1927 by architect Joseph M. Walker. This storybook-style residence offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,236 sq. ft. of living space. The home features an attached garage, vaulted beamed ceilings, and exceptional architecture. The estimated home value is $1,303,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 12.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 21.9% (higher than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Oxford Elementary at West Campus, Martin Luther King Middle, and Albany High.

    • Average SAT score: 1150 (above state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 81.7% white-collar jobs, 18.3% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 11,059 (8.1% growth since 2000).
    • 63% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%); second largest: 65-74 years (13.56%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 44.7°F (January), 75.9°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 29.2 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $120,690.
    • Average annual spending: $80,028.

Property Features:

  • Storybook charm with move-in condition.
  • One-level living with level entry from a sunny patio.
  • Formal dining area, dramatic wood-beamed ceilings, and arched entryways.
  • Grand fireplace, hardwood floors, and stained-glass windows.
  • Clinker brick chimney and original stone/brickwork.
  • Whimsical second bedroom with a hidden passage in the closet.
  • Lush landscaping with flowers, trees, and plants.
  • Recent upgrades: newer roof, exterior fire-hardening, some seismic retrofitting, and new copper plumbing.
  • Stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Location Benefits:

  • Close to Tilden Park, Lake Anza, gourmet district, golf course, and numerous hiking trails.
  • Easy walk to Cragmont Park.
  • Central to the East Bay area.
  • Ideal for families and those seeking a unique architectural gem in a vibrant community.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1988-08-12 Sold 231000
1996-11-01 Sold 295000
2014-04-17 For Sale 695000
2014-05-05 Pending NaN
2014-06-02 Sold 675300
2022-08-16 Pending NaN
2025-04-08 For Sale 995000
2025-04-23 Pending NaN
2025-05-07 Sold 1300000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

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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 0
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 0 1
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
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 1

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 1 2 7 3
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