Residential > House
Sold
09/27/2006
Sold Price
$839,000$509/ft²
1249 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94709
- 3Beds
- 2Baths
- 1,649ft²Living Area
- 4,264ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1928Year Built
- -DOM
- 22Permits
1249 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,649 ft² house built in 1928 on a 0.098 acre lot with 22 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2006 for $839,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,511,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 1249 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,511,250
$916/ft²
+$672K above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$839,000
$509/ft²
17 years ago
1249 Spruce St is valued at $1,511,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
1249 Spruce St was last sold in 2006 for $839,000.
Permits
1249 Spruce St has 22 permit records of total value of $388,920.
Permit History
22
Permits
$388,920
Total Permit Value
September 12, 2019
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Furnace replacementStatus: finalType: PermitSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: Albert Nahman PlumbingApplicant: Chen Jeff & Protas Meredith TrFees: $127Effective Date: 2019-09-12Permit Number: B2019-03871
July 25, 2019
Project Name: plumbing PermitDescription: Install tankless water heaterStatus: finalType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Albert Nahman PlumbingFees: $127Effective Date: 2019-07-25Permit Number: B2019-03099
February 19, 2014
Description: (2) windows. Fire zone 2-must comply **kitchen remodel convert existing bathroom to study convert 1/2 bathroom to full bathroom. Addition one (1) window replace two with all fire zone restrictionsJob Value: $50,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: ASSEMBLY BUILDERS; ASSEMBLY BUILDERS, INC0Effective Date: 2014-02-19Permit Number: 1300005393
November 25, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: **kitchen remodel convert existing bathroom to study convert 1/2 bathroom to full bathroom. Addition one (1) window replace two (2) windows. Fire zone 2-must comply with all fire zone restrictionsJob Value: $51,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2013-11-25Permit Number: B2013-05393-P
November 25, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: **kitchen remodel convert existing bathroom to study convert 1/2 bathroom to full bathroom. Addition one (1) window replace two (2) windows. Fire zone 2-must comply with all fire zone restrictionsJob Value: $51,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2013-11-25Permit Number: B2013-05393-M
November 25, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: **kitchen remodel convert existing bathroom to study convert 1/2 bathroom to full bathroom. Addition one (1) window replace two (2) windows. Fire zone 2-must comply with all fire zone restrictionsJob Value: $51,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2013-11-25Permit Number: B2013-05393-E
November 25, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Kitchen remodel convert existing bathroom to study convert 1/2 bathroom to full bathroom. Addition one (1) window replace two (2) windows. Fire zone 2-must comply with all fire zone restrictionsJob Value: $51,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: HARVEST ARCHITECTURE & DESIGNApplicant: Chen Jeff T0Effective Date: 2013-11-25Permit Number: B2013-05393
November 19, 2010
Description: Wui - fire zone 2 - must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Replace slab and perimeter footing in existing garage and addition side door. ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $10,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: MADIGAN FINE BUILDING0Effective Date: 2010-11-19Permit Number: 1000004538
November 19, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Wui - fire zone 2 - must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Replace slab and perimeter footing in existing garage and addition side doorJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2010-11-19Permit Number: B2010-04538-E
November 19, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Wui - fire zone 2 - must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Replace slab and perimeter footing in existing garage and addition side doorJob Value: $10,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: MADIGAN FINE BLDG, MIKEApplicant: Chen Jeff T0Effective Date: 2010-11-19Permit Number: B2010-04538
September 27, 2010
Description: Shear crawlspace cripple walls voluntary seismic retrofit - bolt andJob Value: $6,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: MADIGAN FINE BUILDING0Effective Date: 2010-09-27Permit Number: 1000003368
September 7, 2010
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Voluntary seismic retrofit - bolt and shear crawlspace cripple wallsJob Value: $6,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: CHEN JEFF TCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESMICHAEL MADIGANApplicant: Chen Jeff T; 0Effective Date: 2010-09-07Permit Number: B2010-03368
August 11, 2010
Description: Replace back deck and stairs restrictions wui fire zone - must comply with allJob Value: $8,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: MADIGAN FINE BUILDING0Effective Date: 2010-08-11Permit Number: 1000002933
August 10, 2010
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Wui fire zone - must comply with all restrictions replace back deck and stairsJob Value: $8,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: New; ; Business Name: CHEN JEFF TCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESMADIGAN FINE BUILDINGApplicant: Chen Jeff T; 0Effective Date: 2010-08-10Permit Number: B2010-02933
November 9, 2007
Description: Bolting per plan set a (phase 1 only) seismic upgrade for transfer tax reduction. ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $4,600Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: M AND W CONSTRUCTION INC; M W CONSTRUCTION0Effective Date: 2007-11-09Permit Number: 0700005073
October 31, 2007
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Bolting per plan set a (phase 1 only) seismic upgrade for transfer tax reductionJob Value: $4,600Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Chen Jeff TEffective Date: 2007-10-31Permit Number: B2007-05073
April 17, 2006
Description: Permit value$13.9k remove roof & install 1/2" cdx plywood sheething - install 30 yr class "a" asphalt shingles ***** print only 4 comment linesRemove roof & install 1/2 cdx plywood sheething - install 30 yr class a asphalt shingles ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $13,860Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: IDEAL ROOFING CO; IDEAL ROOFING CORP0Effective Date: 2006-04-17Permit Number: 0600001360
April 17, 2006
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Remove roof & install 1/2 cdx plywood sheething - install 30 yr class a asphalt shingles time limit expired permit closed 3/26/08 mlwPermit value$13.9k remove roof & install 1/2" cdx plywood sheething - install 30 yr class "a" asphalt shingles time limit expired permit closed 3/26/08 mlwJob Value: $13,860Status: CLOSED EXPIREDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: KITTY LATH NORRISApplicant: Kitty Lath Norris; 0Effective Date: 2006-04-17Permit Number: B2006-01360
February 25, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Convert existing piano room into a bathroom. Must comply with restrictions in fire zonesJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-02-25Permit Number: B2003-00815-P
February 25, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Convert existing piano room into a bathroom. Must comply with restrictions in fire zonesJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-02-25Permit Number: B2003-00815-E
February 25, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Convert existing piano room into a bathroom. Must comply with restrictions in fire zonesJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-02-25Permit Number: B2003-00815-M
February 25, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Convert existing piano room into a bathroom. Must comply with restrictions in Fire Zones.Job Value: $10,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: Michael CareyApplicant: Laib Karoline D0Effective Date: 2003-02-25Permit Number: B2003-00815
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$16,120.12From latest Total Assessed Value1.5%Total Assessed Value$1,074,463=Land+
Assessed Value$324,106Additions
Assessed Value$750,357
In 2023, taxes billed for 1249 Spruce St were $16,120.12, which is 1.50% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,074,463.
Property History
1249 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 1249 Spruce St
Hazard Risks
Earthquake588Particulates101Nat'l Avg100Carb Mono97Air Pollution89Ozone86Lead38Tornado14Weather4Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
9 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Tornado Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 1249 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
1249 Spruce St has a walkability score of 15 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable area.
Noise Level
49 dB
Quiet Suburban Residential 0-49
Suburban Residential 50-54
Urban Residential 55-59
Noisy Urban Residential 60-64
Very Noisy Urban Residential 65+
Noise at 1249 Spruce St is around 49dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
58°F
Summer
Average
Low
54°F
High
71°F
In the winter at 1249 Spruce St, temperatures range from 42.39°F to 57.55°F with an average of 49.97°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 54.2°F to 70.53°F with and average of 62.37°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 1249 Spruce St
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.78 mi
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
0.61 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.18 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.89 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.27 mi
B
Oxford Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.62 mi
B
Washington Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.32 mi
B-
Cragmont Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.60 mi
A-
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 1249 Spruce St have ratings undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Berkeley Hills, Berkeley, CA 94709.
Seasonal Housing units 94709
7%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94709
+3%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Berkeley Hills.
Crime Index for 94709
152
152
The crime index in 94709 is 152, which is 1.5 times higher than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 1249 Spruce St over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Spruce St
- 915 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,379 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1945 and has an estimate of $2,174,025 with a price per ft² of $914.
- 946 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,806 square foot, 3 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $2,171,708 with a price per ft² of $928.
- 976 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 1,866 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,752,583 with a price per ft² of $939.
- 1209 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,051 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $2,262,218 with a price per ft² of $1,103.
- 1211 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,938 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1912 and has an estimate of $2,570,448 with a price per ft² of $841.
- 1730 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 3,804 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.28 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $3,076,094 with a price per ft² of $809.
- 1849 Spruce St # 3, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 733 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $806,161 with a price per ft² of $1,100.
- 431 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (North Cragmont) is a 1,818 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $1,539,711 with a price per ft² of $900.
- 828 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 4,425 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $3,146,201 with a price per ft² of $711.
- 438 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 1,506 square foot, 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1960 and has an estimate of $1,387,469 with a price per ft² of $921.
- 1544 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 2,201 square foot, 1 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $1,946,641 with a price per ft² of $884.
- 1199 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,808 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,860,139 with a price per ft² of $1,029.
- 1218 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Villa) is a 2,871 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1907 and has an estimate of $2,635,703 with a price per ft² of $918.
- 615 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,031 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $1,865,440 with a price per ft² of $918.
- 680 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 1,779 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $1,761,152 with a price per ft² of $881.
- 543 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,237 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,912,446 with a price per ft² of $855.
- 1835 Spruce St # 2, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 557 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $691,708 with a price per ft² of $1,242.
- 1845 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 851 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $960,992 with a price per ft² of $1,129.
- 1846 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 12,674 square foot, 11 bedroom, 19 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $7,135,092 with a price per ft² of $563.
- 1405 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,711 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.07 acre property. It was built in 1962 and has an estimate of $2,001,397 with a price per ft² of $738.
- 601 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,049 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $1,946,315 with a price per ft² of $1,249.
- 1425 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,899 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1898 and has an estimate of $1,845,054 with a price per ft² of $969.
- 1429 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,820 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1900 and has an estimate of $2,262,704 with a price per ft² of $802.
- 444 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 2,426 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.27 acre property. It was built in 1938 and has an estimate of $2,039,983 with a price per ft² of $841.
- 1535 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,434 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $2,147,784 with a price per ft² of $882.
- View more properties on Spruce St