Residential > House
Sold
07/29/2002
Sold Price
$638,000$208/ft²
1628 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94709
- 4Beds
- 3Baths
- 3,072ft²Living Area
- 5,400ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1914Year Built
- -DOM
- 16Permits
1628 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 3,072 ft² house built in 1914 on a 0.124 acre lot with 16 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2002 for $638,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $2,092,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 1628 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$2,092,250
$681/ft²
+$1M above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$638,000
$208/ft²
21 years ago
1628 Spruce St is valued at $2,092,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
1628 Spruce St was last sold in 2002 for $638,000.
Permits
1628 Spruce St has 16 permit records of total value of $371,698.
Permit History
16
Permits
$371,698
Total Permit Value
October 1, 2018
Project Name: Building Revision for B2016-03481Description: Change stairs material from concrete to wood stairsJob Value: $5,000Status: issuedType: Plan checkSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: Aapt ConstructionFees: $4,600Effective Date: 2018-10-01Permit Number: B2016-03481-REV01
July 25, 2016
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Replace retaining wall at front of house.Job Value: $5,000Status: finalType: PermitSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: Aapt Construction CoApplicant: Chiang Stanley F Tr & Chiang TFees: $589Effective Date: 2016-07-25Permit Number: B2016-03481
July 8, 2015
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Installing solar panels (3.9kw system) roof mountedStatus: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: ALTONS GARCIAApplicant: Chiang Stanley F Tr & Chiang T0Effective Date: 2015-07-08Permit Number: B2015-03267
July 28, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Eclose existing deck to create non habitable storage space. Remove unpermitted plumbing @ deck. Addition covered walkway @ back doorJob Value: $10,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration; Business Name: STANLEY CHIANGApplicant: Chiang Stanley0Effective Date: 2008-07-28Permit Number: B2008-03305
July 28, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Eclose existing deck to create non habitable storage space. Remove unpermitted plumbing @ deck. Addition covered walkway @ back doorJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration0Effective Date: 2008-07-28Permit Number: B2008-03305-E
July 28, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Eclose existing deck to create non habitable storage space. Remove unpermitted plumbing @ deck. Addition covered walkway @ back doorJob Value: $10,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration0Effective Date: 2008-07-28Permit Number: B2008-03305-P
February 10, 2004
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Replace front stairs replace rear deckJob Value: $5,474Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: CHIANG STANLEY F & TINA YCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESTINA CHIANGApplicant: Chiang Stanley F& Tina Y; 0Effective Date: 2004-02-10Permit Number: B2004-00577
July 30, 2003
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Voluntary Residential Seismic: Mat foundation.Job Value: $50,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: CHIANG STANLEY F & TINA YCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESTINA CHIANGApplicant: Chiang Stanley F& Tina Y; 0Effective Date: 2003-07-30Permit Number: B2003-03366
July 29, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom & walls in basement. Complete basement remodel. Removal of illegal bathroom & kitchen is under permit#03-2329. Foundation work is under 03-3366. Valuation on this permit includes fdt work. Must comply with reco for final. Water closet has been removed from plans.(9/11/03) 12/30/03: revision to relocate water hea ter and furnace in basement addition wall fo r furnace closet remove one interior do or and addition two interior sliding doors and misc. Electrical including service upgrade to 200 amp (valuation increased from 65, 256 to 65, 556)Job Value: $65,556Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: TINA CHIANGApplicant: Chiang Stanley F& Tina Y0Effective Date: 2003-07-29Permit Number: B2003-03355
July 29, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom & walls in basement. Complete basement remodel. Removal of illegal bathroom & kitchen is under permit#03-2329. Foundation work is under 03-3366. Valuation on this permit includes fdt work. Must comply with reco for final. Water closet has been removed from plans.(9/11/03) 12/30/03: revision to relocate water hea ter and furnace in basement addition wall fo r furnace closet remove one interior do or and addition two interior sliding doors and misc. Electrical including service upgrade to 200 amp (valuation increased from 65, 256 to 65, 556)Job Value: $65,556Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-07-29Permit Number: B2003-03355-P
July 29, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom & walls in basement. Complete basement remodel. Removal of illegal bathroom & kitchen is under permit#03-2329. Foundation work is under 03-3366. Valuation on this permit includes fdt work. Must comply with reco for final. Water closet has been removed from plans.(9/11/03) 12/30/03: revision to relocate water hea ter and furnace in basement addition wall fo r furnace closet remove one interior do or and addition two interior sliding doors and misc. Electrical including service upgrade to 200 amp (valuation increased from 65, 256 to 65, 556)Job Value: $65,556Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-07-29Permit Number: B2003-03355-E
July 29, 2003
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom & walls in basement. Complete basement remodel. Removal of illegal bathroom & kitchen is under permit#03-2329. Foundation work is under 03-3366. Valuation on this permit includes fdt work. Must comply with reco for final. Water closet has been removed from plans.(9/11/03) 12/30/03: revision to relocate water hea ter and furnace in basement addition wall fo r furnace closet remove one interior do or and addition two interior sliding doors and misc. Electrical including service upgrade to 200 amp (valuation increased from 65, 256 to 65, 556)Job Value: $65,556Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2003-07-29Permit Number: B2003-03355-M
May 30, 2003
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Remove illegal bathroom & kitchen in basementJob Value: $3,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: CHIANG TINA & FORDCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESTINA CHIANGApplicant: Chiang Tina & Ford; 0Effective Date: 2003-05-30Permit Number: B2003-02329
May 7, 2003
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Repair/replace foundation & slabs and install shearwallsStatus: CLOSED EXPIREDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: CHANG TINA & FORDApplicant: Chang Tina & Ford; 0Effective Date: 2003-05-07Permit Number: B2003-01937
December 10, 2001
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Tear off and re-roof with comparable shingles class AJob Value: $8,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: PIERCE CHUNFEN S & SU MENGFENApplicant: Pierce Chunfen S& Su Mengfen; 0Effective Date: 2001-12-10Permit Number: B2001-04964
March 8, 1993
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Seismic retro to single family dwelling per plnsJob Value: $3,000Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingBusiness Name: WELLS THOMAS B & MURPHY KATHLEApplicant: WELLS THOMAS B & MURPHY KATHLE; 0Effective Date: 1993-03-08Permit Number: B1993-03441
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$18,554.50From latest Total Assessed Value2.01%Total Assessed Value$920,904=Land+
Assessed Value$266,424Additions
Assessed Value$654,480
In 2023, taxes billed for 1628 Spruce St were $18,554.5, which is 2.01% from latest Total Assessed Value of $920,904.
Property History
1628 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 1628 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 1628 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
18 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
1628 Spruce St has a walkability score of 18 out of 20, which means that it is in a most walkable area.
Noise Level
44 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 1628 Spruce St is around 44dBs, 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 1628 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 1628 Spruce St
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.30 mi
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
0.26 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
0.71 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.39 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.78 mi
B
Oxford Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.35 mi
B
Washington Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.86 mi
B-
Cragmont Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.43 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 North Berkeley, 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 North Berkeley.
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 1628 Spruce St over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Spruce St
- 956 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,470 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1939 and has an estimate of $2,316,743 with a price per ft² of $938.
- 1217 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,357 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1920 and has an estimate of $1,236,579 with a price per ft² of $911.
- 1739 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 9,194 square foot, 13 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 0.43 acre property. It was built in 1938 and has an estimate of $5,978,939 with a price per ft² of $650.
- 1242 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Villa) is a 2,108 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1940 and has an estimate of $1,815,270 with a price per ft² of $861.
- 1255 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,226 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1953 and has an estimate of $1,276,397 with a price per ft² of $1,041.
- 1191 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,180 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1936 and has an estimate of $1,743,605 with a price per ft² of $800.
- 1185 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,430 square foot, 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1931 and has an estimate of $1,358,456 with a price per ft² of $950.
- 1179 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,233 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1946 and has an estimate of $1,304,823 with a price per ft² of $1,058.
- 1175 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,514 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1952 and has an estimate of $1,446,116 with a price per ft² of $1,586.
- 1100 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 4,569 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1915 and has an estimate of $2,989,287 with a price per ft² of $869.
- 470 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 2,856 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1955 and has an estimate of $2,227,474 with a price per ft² of $780.
- 464 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 3,675 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1932 and has an estimate of $2,782,635 with a price per ft² of $757.
- 462 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 2,795 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1935 and has an estimate of $2,040,589 with a price per ft² of $730.
- 430 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 1,726 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1968 and has an estimate of $1,344,312 with a price per ft² of $779.
- 440 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 1,484 square foot, 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.26 acre property. It was built in 1953 and has an estimate of $1,438,925 with a price per ft² of $970.
- 1062 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 3,553 square foot, 4 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $2,695,639 with a price per ft² of $807.
- 1412 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 2,834 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1900 and has an estimate of $2,429,188 with a price per ft² of $857.
- 1409 Spruce St # B, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 645 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1965 and has an estimate of $747,478 with a price per ft² of $1,159.
- 1525 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 11,609 square foot, 24 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $6,352,643 with a price per ft² of $547.
- 1529 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,916 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $2,441,140 with a price per ft² of $837.
- 1517 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 3,659 square foot, 2 bathroom, 0.66 acre property.
- 964 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 3,901 square foot, 3 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $2,766,041 with a price per ft² of $709.
- 972 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 1,960 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $1,707,940 with a price per ft² of $871.
- 959 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,469 square foot, 4 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $2,069,712 with a price per ft² of $838.
- 1075 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,855 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1982 and has an estimate of $2,029,171 with a price per ft² of $711.
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