Residential > House
Sold
05/23/2018
Sold Price
$3,000,000$1,247/ft²
1617 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94709
- 4Beds
- 4Baths
- 2,406ft²Living Area
- 6,750ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1924Year Built
- -DOM
- 24Permits
1617 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 4 bed, 4 bath, 2,406 ft² house built in 1924 on a 0.155 acre lot with 24 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2018 for $3,000,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,861,500.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 1617 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,861,500
$773/ft²
-$1M below Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$3,000,000
$1,247/ft²
5 years ago
1617 Spruce St is valued at $1,861,500 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
1617 Spruce St was last sold in 2018 for $3,000,000.
Permits
1617 Spruce St has 24 permit records of total value of $956,575.
Permit History
24
Permits
$956,575
Total Permit Value
November 16, 2018
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Termite repairs per report #g218264 dated march 19 2019 item #s 1f 4b 4c 8e 9d & 9f. Fungus & dry rot repair of the main structure subarea front stair framing hot tub decking & rear patioJob Value: $2,575Status: expiredType: PermitSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: GEN Tech Construction INCApplicant: Bay Area Executive Re & DeveloFees: $7,222Effective Date: 2018-11-16Permit Number: B2018-02281
February 19, 2014
Description: Construction of new dormer within existing footprint. Includes new windowJob Value: $20,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-3 (3 wkBusiness Name: GREENFIELD BUILDINGEffective Date: 2014-02-19Permit Number: 1300006090
December 30, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Construction of new dormer within existing footprint. Includes new windowJob Value: $20,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2013-12-30Permit Number: B2013-06090-E
December 30, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Construction of new dormer within existing footprint. Includes new windowJob Value: $20,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: SABRINA CAZAREZApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E & Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2013-12-30Permit Number: B2013-06090
November 5, 2008
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Install low volt recessed lighting in upstairs bedroomStatus: Closed ExpiredType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: METIN SAGLAMApplicant: Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2008-11-05Permit Number: B2008-04999
September 4, 2008
Project Name: Building Mechanical PermitDescription: Demolish existing brick chimney-replace with new double wall metal chimney new metal studs framing and stuccoJob Value: $3,500Status: canceledType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2008-09-04Permit Number: B2008-03880-M
September 2, 2008
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Window replacement at bedroomStatus: canceledType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E & Lum LisaEffective Date: 2008-09-02Permit Number: B2008-03882
September 2, 2008
Project Name: Building Mechanical PermitDescription: Demolish existing brick chimney-replace with new double wall metal chimney new metal studs framing and stuccoJob Value: $3,500Status: Closed ExpiredType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: STEVEN/KOCH ARCHITECTSApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E & Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2008-09-02Permit Number: B2008-03880
May 5, 2008
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Install 20 solar panels on roof photovoltaic system 3.5 kw 20 enphase m 175-24-240-s microinverters. Air conditioning disconnect on roof and at main panelJob Value: $24,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: OWEN'S ELECT & SOLAR, RAYApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E & Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2008-05-05Permit Number: B2008-01939
October 31, 2006
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Electrical line running under ground in conduit to new gateStatus: expiredType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E& Lum LisaEffective Date: 2006-10-31Permit Number: B2006-04536
September 20, 2004
Description: New 340 S.F. Accessory structure for art studio with 1/2 bathroom. ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $31,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-3 (3 wkBusiness Name: JAMIE CARLEN & COApplicant: HOHMEYER MICHAEL E & LUM LISEffective Date: 2004-09-20Permit Number: 0400002244
September 20, 2004
Description: Construct new 340 S.F. Accessory structure for workshop addition patio and hot tub. Applicant wrote statement owner/builder will install 13d sprinkler system in studio/workship on correction letter and signed same. Attaching copy of fire with statement to plans-mddJob Value: $31,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-3 (3 wkBusiness Name: JAMIE CARLEN & COApplicant: HOHMEYER MICHAEL E & LUM LISEffective Date: 2004-09-20Permit Number: 0400002240
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: New 340 S.F. Accessory structure for art studio with 1/2 bathroomJob Value: $34,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: New; Business Name: Robert TrachtenbergApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E& Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02244
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: Construct new 340 S.F. Accessory structure for workshop addition patio and hot tubJob Value: $31,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: New; Business Name: LISA LUM & MICHAEL HOHMEYERApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E& Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02240
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: Construct new 340 S.F. Accessory structure for workshop addition patio and hot tubJob Value: $31,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: NewEffective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02240-P
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: New 340 S.F. Accessory structure for art studio with 1/2 bathroomJob Value: $34,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: NewEffective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02244-P
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: New 340 S.F. Accessory structure for art studio with 1/2 bathroomJob Value: $34,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: NewEffective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02244-E
May 24, 2004
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: Construct new 340 S.F. Accessory structure for workshop addition patio and hot tubJob Value: $31,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: NewEffective Date: 2004-05-24Permit Number: B2004-02240-E
July 23, 2003
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Demolition of existing garage.Job Value: $3,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Demolition; Business Name: Lisa LumApplicant: Hohmeyer Michael E& Lum Lisa0Effective Date: 2003-07-23Permit Number: B2003-03253
July 23, 2003
Description: Demolish existing garageJob Value: $3,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-3Business Name: JAMIE CARLEN & COApplicant: HOHMEYER MICHAEL E & LUM LISAEffective Date: 2003-07-23Permit Number: 0300003253
November 29, 2001
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Demolish 1st fl bathroom & laundry remodel kitchen on first floor enlarge 2nd fl bedroom and addition bathroomJob Value: $150,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 2001-11-29Permit Number: B2001-04817-P
November 29, 2001
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Demolish 1st fl bathroom & laundry remodel kitchen on first floor enlarge 2nd fl bedroom and addition bathroomJob Value: $150,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 2001-11-29Permit Number: B2001-04817-E
November 29, 2001
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Demolish 1st fl bathroom & laundry remodel kitchen on first floor enlarge 2nd fl bedroom and addition bathroomJob Value: $150,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 2001-11-29Permit Number: B2001-04817-M
November 29, 2001
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Demolish 1st fl bathroom & laundry remodel kitchen on first floor enlarge 2nd fl bedroom and addition bathroomJob Value: $150,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Addition; Business Name: JOANNE KOCH, ARCHITECTApplicant: Lum L& Hohmeyer M0Effective Date: 2001-11-29Permit Number: B2001-04817
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$43,698.86From latest Total Assessed Value1.33%Total Assessed Value$3,280,890=Land+
Assessed Value$984,267Additions
Assessed Value$2,296,623
In 2023, taxes billed for 1617 Spruce St were $43,698.86, which is 1.33% from latest Total Assessed Value of $3,280,890.
Property History
1617 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 1617 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 1617 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
1617 Spruce St has a walkability score of 15 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable 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 1617 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 1617 Spruce St
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.32 mi
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
0.30 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
0.76 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.42 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.83 mi
B
Oxford Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.40 mi
B
Washington Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.91 mi
B-
Cragmont Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.48 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.
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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 1617 Spruce St over selected time period.
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- 620 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 2,585 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.37 acre property. It was built in 1967 and has an estimate of $2,185,194 with a price per ft² of $845.
- 644 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 0.14 acre property. It has an estimate of $2,107,000.
- 650 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 4,311 square foot, 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.57 acre property. It was built in 1935 and has an estimate of $3,344,281 with a price per ft² of $776.
- 488 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 3,172 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1936 and has an estimate of $2,538,751 with a price per ft² of $800.
- 490 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 1,000 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1954 and has an estimate of $1,173,300 with a price per ft² of $1,173.
- 492 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 3,084 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1935 and has an estimate of $2,214,276 with a price per ft² of $803.
- 460 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 2,284 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1955 and has an estimate of $1,841,581 with a price per ft² of $806.
- 635 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,379 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1934 and has an estimate of $2,080,950 with a price per ft² of $875.
- 583 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,876 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.27 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $2,282,009 with a price per ft² of $793.
- 579 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,673 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1952 and has an estimate of $1,936,549 with a price per ft² of $724.
- 573 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,658 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1929 and has an estimate of $1,351,545 with a price per ft² of $815.
- 565 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,228 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1936 and has an estimate of $2,313,997 with a price per ft² of $1,039.
- 561 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,060 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.18 acre property. It was built in 1961 and has an estimate of $2,024,735 with a price per ft² of $983.
- 557 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,945 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1957 and has an estimate of $1,812,481 with a price per ft² of $932.
- 551 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,938 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1968 and has an estimate of $1,935,559 with a price per ft² of $736.
- 547 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,133 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1941 and has an estimate of $1,874,929 with a price per ft² of $879.
- 537 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,687 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,473,191 with a price per ft² of $873.
- 535 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,709 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1948 and has an estimate of $1,596,820 with a price per ft² of $934.
- 531 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,591 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1956 and has an estimate of $1,610,596 with a price per ft² of $1,012.
- 515 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,290 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1931 and has an estimate of $1,893,703 with a price per ft² of $827.
- 499 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (North Cragmont) is a 6,012 square foot, 4 bathroom, 0.68 acre property.
- 487 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (North Cragmont) is a 2,234 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1988 and has an estimate of $1,522,250 with a price per ft² of $681.
- 937 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,763 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1920 and has an estimate of $1,642,512 with a price per ft² of $932.
- 933 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,758 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1935 and has an estimate of $1,677,036 with a price per ft² of $954.
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