Property Overview:
535 Pierce St, Apt 1217 is a condominium unit in Albany, CA, built in 1988. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,170 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently valued at approximately $414,800.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 5.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 10.1% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Albany Middle, Ocean View Elementary, and Albany High.- Average SAT score: 1150 (593 Math, 557 English)—higher than state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 73.9% white-collar jobs, 26.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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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%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.7°F (January), 76.1°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 25.3 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $63,708.
- Average annual spending: $50,612.
Property Features:
- Bright and spacious corner unit—remodeled and move-in ready.
- Enormous primary bedroom with covered balcony, large walk-in closet, and en suite bath.
- Second bedroom with wall-to-wall closets.
- Chef-ready kitchen: ample storage, full pantry, newer appliances.
- Upgraded laminate flooring in bedrooms; tile in bathrooms and entry.
- Fireplace in living room.
- Large outdoor balcony with dual entrances from living room and primary bedroom.
- Covered reserved parking next to elevator; additional and guest parking available.
- Gated community with amenities:
- Heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi
- Tennis and basketball courts
- BBQ picnic area and clubhouse
- EV charging, on-site storage rental, fitness center, bike storage
Location Benefits:
- Outstanding Albany schools.
- 15-minute walk to BART and El Cerrito Plaza.
- Plentiful local dining and shopping nearby.
- Adjacent hiking trails and protected parkland.
- Transbay bus stop immediately in front—urban commuter-friendly with enviable privacy.