555 Pierce St APT 1620, Albany, CA 94706, USA

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Property Overview:

555 Pierce St #1620 is a high-rise condominium in Albany, CA 94706, built in 1977. This 16th-floor corner unit features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,040 sq. ft. of living space. The home has been recently remodeled with a modern kitchen (stainless steel appliances, quartz stone countertops), large windows for abundant natural sunlight, and an enclosed balcony extending the living area. Includes one deeded parking stall.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Average Sale Price for Similar Homes:
    Ranges from $842,602 to $993,058.

  • Schools:
    Top-rated nearby schools: Ocean View Elementary, Albany Middle, Cornell Elementary, and Albany High.

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

  • 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%).
    • Low overall crime risk; only 3 criminal/sex offenders within 1 mile.

  • 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%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk.
    • Very low tornado risk.
    • Minimal flood risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 46.7°F (January), 76.1°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 25.3 inches/year.
    • No snowfall.

  • Cost of Living:

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

Property Features:

  • Recently remodeled with a fresh, contemporary feel.
  • Spacious, functional layout with floor-to-ceiling windows and northwest-facing views.
  • Modern kitchen: Stainless steel appliances, quartz stone countertops.
  • Master bedroom: Ample closet space.
  • Second bedroom: Converted from den; extended living space from enclosed balcony.
  • Laminate and tile flooring throughout.
  • Parking: One deeded parking stall in garage.

Building Amenities:

  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court
  • Fitness center/gym
  • Recreational room
  • Sauna and spa
  • 24-hour security
  • Expanded cable TV, internet, water, garbage included in HOA
  • AC Transit SF commuter bus at front gate
  • Close to El Cerrito BART, Pacific East Mall, Bay Trail, and Pierce Street Park

Location Benefits:

  • Prime location near San Pablo Ave corridor:
    Steps from restaurants, shopping centers, grocery stores, cafes, and entertainment.
  • Easy access to major highways (I-80, I-580, I-880), making commuting convenient.
  • Highly rated Albany school district.
  • Minutes to parks, trails, and public transit.

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated high-rise condo in one of Albany’s most desirable locations!

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Price and Status History

date type price
1985-03-27 Sold 115000
1997-07-16 For Sale 135000
1998-01-29 Sold 123000
2018-05-17 For Sale 608888
2018-08-03 For Sale 588000
2018-08-17 Pending NaN
2018-09-11 Sold 588000
2019-12-29 For Sale NaN
2020-01-20 Pending NaN
2020-06-02 Sold 600000
2023-09-26 Off Market NaN
2025-02-10 For Sale 595000
2025-04-05 For Sale 575000
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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 0.51
USDA ARS WESTERN REGIONAL RESEARCH CENTER (WRRC) 800 Buchanan Street, Albany, CA 94710-1105, USA Y N NF 0 CA6120507342 0.54
POINT ISABEL N OF Rydin Road, Richmond, CA 94805, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637268 0.78

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 0.13

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
COSTCO 4801 Central Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804-5801, USA OPR: Operating 0.91
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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 2 1
AE 0 1 2 2
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 7
VE 0 0 2 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 0 1
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 6

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 3
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