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$2,740,642$713 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1516 SCENIC AVE

BERKELEY, CA 94708
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,842 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.7M
$2.2M low$3.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$38,429 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,446,448 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$796,355
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,650,093

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)A+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Willard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94708These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.583

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,453 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

1516 Scenic Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Berkeley Hills
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Older than 82% of homes in Berkeley 94708

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94708

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$949K$3M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Berkeley 94708.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94708.

Estimated value$2,740,642
CheaperTypical $1,510,834Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$713
CheaperTypical $804Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area3,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1516 Scenic Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkeley HillsBerkeley 94708Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,740,64295% of homes97% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$71325% of homes27% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than3,842 ft²95% of homes97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac80% of homes81% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than192732% of homes18% of homes18% of homes

About 1516 Scenic Ave

How much is 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA is $2,740,642 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,220,930 to $3,260,355. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA?

1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,842 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA built?

1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA?

1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM) (elementary), rated A+; Berkeley High School (high), rated A; Willard Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94708?

Among the 4,608 homes in Berkeley 94708, it is worth more than 97% of them ($2,740,642 against a typical $1,510,834), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($713 against a typical $804), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,842 ft² against a typical 1,919 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1927 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1516 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA was $38,429. The county assessed it at $2,446,448.

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