Property Overview:
929 Spruce St is a single-family home in Berkeley, CA, built in 1939. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,280 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a rooftop deck. The estimated home value is $1,326,000.
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 Kensington Elementary, Albany Middle, and Albany High.- Average SAT score: 1150 (above 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 1939 architecture with art deco-style bath.
- Bright living room with fireplace and views of San Francisco and the Bay.
- Sunny eat-in kitchen with soapstone counters.
- Front and backyard decks for outdoor living and entertaining.
- Laundry room and convenient half-bath.
- Detached garage with space for two cars, extra storage, and a rooftop deck.
- Private garden and thoughtful flow throughout the home.
Location Benefits:
- Easy access to UC Berkeley, two BART stations, Solano Avenue shops/cafés, North Berkeley, and Tilden Park trails.
- Lifestyle: Emphasizes beauty, balance, and everyday magic—perfect for those seeking a vibrant, connected community with urban and natural amenities.