518 Kains Ave APT 102, Albany, CA 94706, USA

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Property Overview:

518 Kains Ave, Apt 102 is a condominium unit in Albany, CA, built in 1986. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,104 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, private balcony, and is currently valued at approximately $729,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.1% (slightly lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Albany Middle, Albany High, and Cornell Elementary.

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

  • Job Market:

    • 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 16,386 (9.4% growth since 2000).
    • 55.8% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.24%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.82%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 46.7°F (January), 76.1°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 25.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $63,708.
    • Average annual spending: $50,612.

Property Features:

  • Townhome-style condo in a boutique 4-unit complex.
  • Two full floors of living space.
  • Large living/dining room with fireplace and private balcony.
  • Guest half bath and breakfast bar.
  • Kitchen: Ample cabinet and counter space, large passthrough to dining area.
  • Upstairs:
    • Primary suite with great natural light, big closets, private shower and vanity.
    • Second bedroom with good closet space and nearby full bath.
  • Fresh paint, new carpeting, and new vinyl flooring throughout.
  • Two parking spaces, dedicated storage closet, and shared laundry on ground floor.
  • Low HOA dues.

Location Benefits:

  • Central location: Steps from El Cerrito Plaza, Solano Avenue, and BART.
  • Close to Trader Joe’s, Barnes & Noble, CVS, Petco, parks, and cafes.
  • Easy commute via BART, bus, and freeway access.
  • Blocks from top-rated Albany schools.
  • Quiet, well-maintained building—rarely available in this area.
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Price and Status History

date type price
2004-08-31 Sold 395000
2025-02-20 Pending 599000
2025-03-07 Pending NaN
2025-03-08 Pending NaN
2025-03-27 Sold 630000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
ALBANY LDFL CO Buchanan Street, Albany, CA 94706, USA N N NF 0 CAD000607374 0.63

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
CARAL MANUFACTURING 578 Cleveland Avenue, Albany, CA 94710-1007, USA 2 2002 N/A 94710GMSMT578CL 0.49
USDA ARS WRRC PGEC 800 Buchanan Street, Albany, CA 94710-1105, USA 2 2013 Yes 9471WSDRSW8BUCH 0.69

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
SAFEWAY STORE 1500 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94707-2107, USA OPR: Operating 0.82
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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 1 1
AE 0 0 2 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 8
VE 0 0 0 5

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 0 1
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 1 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 2 5
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