Residential > House
Sold
06/06/2008
Sold Price
$1,550,000$529/ft²
523 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94707
- 3Beds
- 4Baths
- 2,932ft²Living Area
- 9,009ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1927Year Built
- -DOM
- 21Permits
523 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 3 bed, 4 bath, 2,932 ft² house built in 1927 on a 0.207 acre lot with 21 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2008 for $1,550,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $2,184,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 523 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$2,184,250
$744/ft²
+$634K above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$1,550,000
$529/ft²
15 years ago
523 Spruce St is valued at $2,184,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
523 Spruce St was last sold in 2008 for $1,550,000.
Permits
523 Spruce St has 21 permit records of total value of $789,439.
Permit History
21
Permits
$789,439
Total Permit Value
November 19, 2021
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Replace furnaceStatus: issuedType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater pv/solar ev charging seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occuBusiness Name: Atlas Heating & AIR Condition COFees: $127Effective Date: 2021-11-19Permit Number: B2021-05254
July 31, 2008
Description: (not for transfer tax rebate). Must comply with firezone restrictions. Fire seismic upgrade. Addition three bench piers zone 2 prop refer to bmc 19.28.160 wuiJob Value: $8,200Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: DUVAL CONSTRUCTION INC0Effective Date: 2008-07-31Permit Number: 0800003353
July 31, 2008
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Seismic upgrade. Addition three bench piers (not for transfer tax rebate). Must comply with firezone restrictions. Fire zone 2 prop refer to bmc 19.28.160 wuiJob Value: $16,200Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: JEREMY/DUVAL CONSTRUCTION; MAURICE OBSTFELDCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESJEREMY/DUVAL CONSTRUCTIONApplicant: Maurice Obstfeld; 0Effective Date: 2008-07-31Permit Number: B2008-03353
July 10, 2008
Description: Zone restrictions. Cob statutory $62, 000 per plan check * * * creeks - route to pw. Fire zone 2 prop kitchen upgrades and increased valuation from 62, 000 to 86, 000.dc added additional elect mechanical & adding plumbing--gs1 attached to plans. Bathroom on lower floor. Relocate corrections.**alj doors create bedroom out of existing hobby room. Must comply with all fire increase valuation from $35, 000 to install new stair connecting main floor install skylight. Install new laundry and reconfigure walls and plumbing and issued revised permit refer to bmc 19.28.160. Must comply to lower floor (none existing) and with reco for final. Psl certificate 7-22-08 app submittted revised plans to 7-22-08.dcJob Value: $86,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: GREGORY V TOLMAN0Effective Date: 2008-07-10Permit Number: 0800002322
May 29, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: INSTALL NEW STAIR CONNECTING MAIN FLOOR TO LOWER FLOOR (NONE EXISTING) AND INSTALL SKYLIGHT. INSTALL NEW BATHROOM ON LOWER FLOOR. RELOCATE LAUNDRY AND RECONFIGURE WALLS AND DOORS, CREATE BEDROOM OUT OF EXISTING HOBBY ROOM. MUST COMPLY WITH ALL FIRE ZONE RESTRICTIONS. COB Statutory creeks - Route to PW. FIRE ZONE 2 PROP, REFER TO BMC 19.28.160. MUST COMPLY WITH RECO FOR FINAL. PSL CERTIFICATE ATTACHED TO PLANS. * 7-22-08 app submittted revised plans to kitchen upgrades and increased valuation from 62,000 to 86,000.dc Added additional elect, mech, & Plumbing and issued revised permit 7-22-08.dcJob Value: $86,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: GV TOLMAN DESIGN & BUILDApplicant: Cobb Jennifer0Effective Date: 2008-05-29Permit Number: B2008-02322
May 29, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Permit value$86k install new stair connecting main floor to lower floor (none existing) and install skylight. Install new bathroom on lower floor. Relocate laundry and reconfigure walls and doors create bedroom out of existing hobby room. Must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Cob statutory creeks - route to pw. Fire zone 2 prop refer to bmc 19.28.160. Must comply with reco for final. Psl certificate attached to plans. * 7-22-08 app submittted revised plans to kitchen upgrades and increased valuation from 62, 000 to 86, 000.dc added additional elect mechanical & plumbing and issued revised permit 7-22-08.dcINSTALL NEW STAIR CONNECTING MAIN FLOOR TO LOWER FLOOR (NONE EXISTING) AND INSTALL SKYLIGHT. INSTALL NEW BATHROOM ON LOWER FLOOR. RELOCATE LAUNDRY AND RECONFIGURE WALLS AND DOORS, CREATE BEDROOM OUT OF EXISTING HOBBY ROOM. MUST COMPLY WITH ALL FIRE ZONE RESTRICTIONS. COB Statutory creeks - Route to PW. FIRE ZONE 2 PROP, REFER TO BMC 19.28.160. MUST COMPLY WITH RECO FOJob Value: $86,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2008-05-29Permit Number: B2008-02322-P
May 29, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Permit value$86k install new stair connecting main floor to lower floor (none existing) and install skylight. Install new bathroom on lower floor. Relocate laundry and reconfigure walls and doors create bedroom out of existing hobby room. Must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Cob statutory creeks - route to pw. Fire zone 2 prop refer to bmc 19.28.160. Must comply with reco for final. Psl certificate attached to plans. * 7-22-08 app submittted revised plans to kitchen upgrades and increased valuation from 62, 000 to 86, 000.dc added additional elect mechanical & plumbing and issued revised permit 7-22-08.dcINSTALL NEW STAIR CONNECTING MAIN FLOOR TO LOWER FLOOR (NONE EXISTING) AND INSTALL SKYLIGHT. INSTALL NEW BATHROOM ON LOWER FLOOR. RELOCATE LAUNDRY AND RECONFIGURE WALLS AND DOORS, CREATE BEDROOM OUT OF EXISTING HOBBY ROOM. MUST COMPLY WITH ALL FIRE ZONE RESTRICTIONS. COB Statutory creeks - Route to PW. FIRE ZONE 2 PROP, REFER TO BMC 19.28.160. MUST COMPLY WITH RECO FOJob Value: $86,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2008-05-29Permit Number: B2008-02322-E
May 29, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Permit value$86k install new stair connecting main floor to lower floor (none existing) and install skylight. Install new bathroom on lower floor. Relocate laundry and reconfigure walls and doors create bedroom out of existing hobby room. Must comply with all fire zone restrictions. Cob statutory creeks - route to pw. Fire zone 2 prop refer to bmc 19.28.160. Must comply with reco for final. Psl certificate attached to plans. * 7-22-08 app submittted revised plans to kitchen upgrades and increased valuation from 62, 000 to 86, 000.dc added additional elect mechanical & plumbing and issued revised permit 7-22-08.dcINSTALL NEW STAIR CONNECTING MAIN FLOOR TO LOWER FLOOR (NONE EXISTING) AND INSTALL SKYLIGHT. INSTALL NEW BATHROOM ON LOWER FLOOR. RELOCATE LAUNDRY AND RECONFIGURE WALLS AND DOORS, CREATE BEDROOM OUT OF EXISTING HOBBY ROOM. MUST COMPLY WITH ALL FIRE ZONE RESTRICTIONS. COB Statutory creeks - Route to PW. FIRE ZONE 2 PROP, REFER TO BMC 19.28.160. MUST COMPLY WITH RECO FOJob Value: $86,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2008-05-29Permit Number: B2008-02322-M
November 27, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Remodel two bathroomsJob Value: $28,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2002-11-27Permit Number: B2002-05225-P
November 27, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Remodel two bathroomsJob Value: $28,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2002-11-27Permit Number: B2002-05225-M
November 27, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Remodel two bathroomsJob Value: $28,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Parker Andrew A& Jennifer LEffective Date: 2002-11-27Permit Number: B2002-05225
November 27, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Remodel two bathroomsJob Value: $28,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2002-11-27Permit Number: B2002-05225-E
June 6, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Repair (e) foundation & remodel (e) basement laundry & family roomJob Value: $50,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2002-06-06Permit Number: B2002-02361-P
June 6, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Repair (e) foundation & remodel (e) basement laundry & family roomJob Value: $50,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: ATLAS HTG & AIR CONDITION COApplicant: Parker Andrew A& Jennifer L0Effective Date: 2002-06-06Permit Number: B2002-02361
June 6, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Repair (e) foundation & remodel (e) basement laundry & family roomJob Value: $50,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2002-06-06Permit Number: B2002-02361-M
June 6, 2002
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Repair (e) foundation & remodel (e) basement laundry & family roomJob Value: $50,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2002-06-06Permit Number: B2002-02361-E
September 10, 2001
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Replace heating system & ductwork & water heater flueStatus: CLOSED EXPIREDType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: PARKER ANDREW A & JENNIFER LCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESSUPERIOR MECHANICALApplicant: Parker Andrew A& Jennifer L; 0Effective Date: 2001-09-10Permit Number: B2001-03655
August 23, 2001
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Voluntary non-engineered residential substructural strengthening. Install holdowns mudsill bolts and plywood bracing panelsJob Value: $6,656Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: EARTHQUAKE SAFETY; PARKER ANDREW A & JENNIFER LCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESEARTHQUAKE SAFETYApplicant: Parker Andrew A& Jennifer L; 0Effective Date: 2001-08-23Permit Number: B2001-03418
May 30, 2001
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Tear off existing roofing matl. Install 30yr fire rated fiberglass shingles. New metal flashing where applicable firezone 2 must comply with chap.16 of the berkeley building codeJob Value: $9,188Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: ANDREW PARKERCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESIDEAL ROOFING CORPApplicant: Andrew Parker; 0Effective Date: 2001-05-30Permit Number: B2001-02058
February 16, 1999
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Tear off existing roofing matl. Resheath and replace with ftx cedar plus dura shake shingles class a roofing system on garage. Firezone 2 must comply with chap.16 of the berkeley building codeJob Value: $3,195Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: MORIARTY LINDACONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESWINFIELD CONSTRUCTION COApplicant: Moriarty Linda; 0Effective Date: 1999-02-16Permit Number: B1999-00623
February 4, 1999
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Remove & replace garage slab & drivewayJob Value: $4,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: MORIARTY LINDACONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESWINFIELD CONSTRUCTION COApplicant: Moriarty Linda; 0Effective Date: 1999-02-04Permit Number: B1999-00499
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$24,814.50From latest Total Assessed Value1.59%Total Assessed Value$1,565,178=Land+
Assessed Value$441,854Additions
Assessed Value$1,123,324
In 2023, taxes billed for 523 Spruce St were $24,814.5, which is 1.59% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,565,178.
Property History
523 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 523 Spruce St
Hazard Risks
Earthquake586Carb Mono101Nat'l Avg100Particulates97Air Pollution88Ozone83Lead43Tornado6Weather5Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
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 523 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
523 Spruce St has a walkability score of 15 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable area.
Noise Level
52 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 523 Spruce St is around 52dBs, which is comparable to a Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
57°F
Summer
Average
Low
54°F
High
71°F
In the winter at 523 Spruce St, temperatures range from 42.28°F to 57.41°F with an average of 49.85°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 54.11°F to 70.96°F with and average of 62.54°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 523 Spruce St
Public Schools
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
1.72 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
2.30 mi
B+
Ruth Acty Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.81 mi
A-
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.45 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
3.06 mi
B+
Thousand Oaks Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.87 mi
B-
Rosa Parks Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.87 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 Cragmont, Berkeley, CA 94707.
Seasonal Housing units 94707
21%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94707
-0%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of North Cragmont.
Crime Index for 94707
53
53
The crime index in 94707 is 53, which is 0.5 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 523 Spruce St over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Spruce St
- 987 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,086 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $1,703,773 with a price per ft² of $817.
- 1065 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,179 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $1,920,498 with a price per ft² of $881.
- 1417 Spruce St #Apt A, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,334 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.3 acre property. It was built in 1981 and has an estimate of $1,289,518 with a price per ft² of $967.
- 1433 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 5,370 square foot, 8 bedroom, 11 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1900 and has an estimate of $3,237,985 with a price per ft² of $688.
- 677 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,474 square foot, 3 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1942 and has an estimate of $2,214,150 with a price per ft² of $867.
- 1510 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 3,882 square foot, 6 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1908 and has an estimate of $2,927,161 with a price per ft² of $754.
- 1531 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 0.12 acre property.
- 1533 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,905 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1924 and has an estimate of $2,221,037 with a price per ft² of $765.
- 711 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,445 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1929 and has an estimate of $2,289,710 with a price per ft² of $936.
- 1735 Spruce St #Apt 1, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 895 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $1,075,614 with a price per ft² of $1,202.
- 1022 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,324 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1918 and has an estimate of $2,228,772 with a price per ft² of $959.
- 1049 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,009 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,261,969 with a price per ft² of $1,251.
- 1771 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 9,800 square foot, 18 bedroom, 9 bathroom, 0.54 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $7,201,968 with a price per ft² of $5,992.
- 717 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,187 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.22 acre property. It was built in 1931 and has an estimate of $1,861,277 with a price per ft² of $851.
- 1841 Spruce St # 1, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 616 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $792,206 with a price per ft² of $1,286.
- 1843 Spruce St # 4, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 616 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $792,206 with a price per ft² of $1,286.
- 743 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,537 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $1,782,335 with a price per ft² of $703.
- 1411 Spruce St #Apt 6, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 600 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1972 and has an estimate of $590,658 with a price per ft² of $984.
- 1418 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 3,546 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.28 acre property. It was built in 1905 and has an estimate of $2,489,770 with a price per ft² of $702.
- 1424 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 1,491 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1890 and has an estimate of $1,512,595 with a price per ft² of $1,014.
- 751 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,036 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1933 and has an estimate of $1,873,542 with a price per ft² of $920.
- 761 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,667 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1939 and has an estimate of $1,273,932 with a price per ft² of $551.
- 439 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (North Cragmont) is a 2,878 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1952 and has an estimate of $1,963,148 with a price per ft² of $682.
- 1080 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,332 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1920 and has an estimate of $1,904,335 with a price per ft² of $817.
- 1512 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 1,901 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $1,685,469 with a price per ft² of $843.
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