Residential > House
Sold
05/20/2005
Sold Price
$615,000$405/ft²
2961 California St
Berkeley, CA 94703
- 4Beds
- 3Baths
- 1,518ft²Living Area
- 3,400ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1921Year Built
- -DOM
- 10Permits
2961 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 1,518 ft² house built in 1921 on a 0.078 acre lot with 10 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2005 for $615,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,585,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 2961 California St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,585,250
$1,044/ft²
+$970K above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$615,000
$405/ft²
19 years ago
2961 California St is valued at $1,585,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
2961 California St was last sold in 2005 for $615,000.
Permits
2961 California St has 10 permit records of total value of $31,701.
Permit History
10
Permits
$31,701
Total Permit Value
May 2, 2023
Project Name: PermitpermitDescription: Install 4.0 (dc) 3.7 (AC) kw photovoltaic solar panels (10 modules) on the roofStatus: issuedType: PermitBusiness Name: Kota Construction LLCFees: $127Effective Date: 2023-05-02Permit Number: B2023-02224
April 25, 2023
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Reroof - tear off existing tar and gravel roof install new comparable shinglesJob Value: $13,100Status: issuedType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Calpro RoofingFees: $498Effective Date: 2023-04-25Permit Number: B2023-02111
February 11, 2020
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Replace furnace replace return air plenum addition flueStatus: finalType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Atlas Heating & A/C COFees: $127Effective Date: 2020-02-11Permit Number: B2020-00561
April 10, 2006
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Seismic - jinstall plywood bracing bolts and framing anchorsJob Value: $5,430Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Kuhns Christopher BEffective Date: 2006-04-10Permit Number: B2006-01287
October 26, 2005
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Furnace andd flue replacementJob Value: $5,616Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Kuhns Christopher BEffective Date: 2005-10-26Permit Number: B2005-04569
March 1, 2004
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Residential seismic: plywood shear panels and foundation anchorsJob Value: $1,555Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: Chris KuhnsApplicant: Chris Kuhns0Effective Date: 2004-03-01Permit Number: B2004-00872
February 26, 2004
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Panel upgrade to 125amp/220voltsStatus: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Thompson CarrieEffective Date: 2004-02-26Permit Number: B2004-00807
April 9, 1996
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom fan repair plumbing faucets drip and some drains leak patch plaster install grab bars no fee- waived resolution no. 58, 242Job Value: $2,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitEffective Date: 1996-04-09Permit Number: B1996-01201-E
April 9, 1996
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom fan repair plumbing faucets drip and some drains leak patch plaster install grab bars no fee- waived resolution no. 58, 242Job Value: $2,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: BARNES CARRIE D ETALEffective Date: 1996-04-09Permit Number: B1996-01201
April 9, 1996
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Install bathroom fan repair plumbing faucets drip and some drains leak patch plaster install grab bars no fee- waived resolution no. 58, 242Job Value: $2,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitEffective Date: 1996-04-09Permit Number: B1996-01201-P
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$12,774.10From latest Total Assessed Value1.55%Total Assessed Value$823,896=Land+
Assessed Value$247,169Additions
Assessed Value$576,727
In 2023, taxes billed for 2961 California St were $12,774.1, which is 1.55% from latest Total Assessed Value of $823,896.
Property History
2961 California St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 2961 California St
Hazard Risks
Earthquake566Nat'l Avg100Particulates98Carb Mono95Ozone84Air Pollution84Lead37Tornado16Weather4Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
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 2961 California St.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
2961 California 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 2961 California St is around 49dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
43°F
High
58°F
Summer
Average
Low
55°F
High
71°F
In the winter at 2961 California St, temperatures range from 42.99°F to 57.8°F with an average of 50.4°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 54.8°F to 70.71°F with and average of 62.76°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 2961 California St
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.08 mi
A
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.04 mi
B+
Emerson Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.52 mi
B
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.83 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.20 mi
B
John Muir Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.75 mi
B-
* 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 South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94703.
Seasonal Housing units 94703
14%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94703
-11%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of South Berkeley.
Crime Index for 94703
158
158
The crime index in 94703 is 158, which is 1.6 times higher than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 2961 California St over selected time period.
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