Property Overview:
651 Neilson St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1930. It features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,268 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, hardwood floors, and a garden shed. The estimated home value is $1,397,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 10% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 22.8% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Albany High, Thousand Oaks Elementary, and Albany Middle.- Average SAT score: 1150 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 81.7% white-collar jobs, 18.3% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 11,620 (5.7% growth since 2000).
- 66.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.82%); second largest: 65-74 years (13.13%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 45.7°F (January), 76.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $107,569.
- Average annual spending: $73,396.
Property Features:
- Charming, light-filled home on a tree-lined street in Thousand Oaks.
- Eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances (Thermador stove), bar counter, and cozy office nook.
- Dining room opens to the kitchen—ideal for entertaining.
- Recently refinished hardwood floors throughout.
- Functional laundry area with ample storage.
- Upgraded bathrooms; primary bedroom with en-suite.
- Backyard retreat: perfect for BBQs, gardening, play, and includes a treehouse and shed.
- Electric car charger for EVs.
- Abundant storage throughout.
Location Benefits:
- Conveniently close to Colusa & Solano Avenues, Memorial Park, arterials, and shopping.
- Walkable to shops, restaurants, and farmers market at Kensington Circle.
- Family-friendly community with a strong sense of neighborhood.