Residential > House
Sold
12/16/1996
Sold Price
$410,000$161/ft²
640 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94707
- 4Beds
- 3Baths
- 2,547ft²Living Area
- 0.3acLot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1940Year Built
- -DOM
- 15Permits
640 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,547 ft² house built in 1940 on a 0.348 acre lot with 15 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 1996 for $410,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $2,279,000.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 640 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$2,279,000
$894/ft²
+$2M above Sold Price
Updated 4 months ago
Last Sold Price
$410,000
$161/ft²
27 years ago
640 Spruce St is valued at $2,279,000 by TopHap AVM 4 months ago.
640 Spruce St was last sold in 1996 for $410,000.
Permits
640 Spruce St has 15 permit records of total value of $663,398.
Permit History
15
Permits
$663,398
Total Permit Value
May 11, 2023
Project Name: Building Revision for B2023-01022Description: Revision 01 to upgrade the main service panel to 225 amps. No increase in valuation. Fire zone 2 propertyStatus: issuedType: Plan checkBusiness Name: Sunpower Corporation SystemsEffective Date: 2023-05-11Permit Number: B2023-01022-REV01
March 6, 2023
Project Name: PermitpermitDescription: Install 6.4 (dc) kw photovoltaic solar panels (16 modules) on the roof & upgrade the main service panel to 225 amps. Fire zone 2 propertyStatus: issuedType: PermitBusiness Name: Sunpower Corporation SystemsFees: $127Effective Date: 2023-03-06Permit Number: B2023-01022
November 19, 2020
Project Name: Mechanical PermitDescription: Install two zone ductless mini split systemStatus: finalType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Construction OR ContractorFees: $127Effective Date: 2020-11-19Permit Number: B2020-04058
June 14, 2018
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Remove wood shingles at bathroom area & gable side of house. Install (n) underlayment & (n) class b-fire ratedJob Value: $16,070Status: expiredType: PermitSub Type: AlterationBusiness Name: Central BAY RoofingApplicant: Thomas Peter F& Andrews RosamFees: $2,488Effective Date: 2018-06-14Permit Number: B2018-00593
November 5, 2015
Project Name: plumbing PermitDescription: Rem/rplc gas line to new meter locStatus: expiredType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: EC PLUMBING; THOMAS PETER F & ANDREWS ROSAMCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESEC PLUMBINGApplicant: Thomas Peter F& Andrews Rosam; Fees: $127Effective Date: 2015-11-05Permit Number: B2015-05434
October 29, 2015
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Upgrade main panel 125 amps overhead to undergroundStatus: IssuedType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: GUERRERO ELECTRIC INC; THOMAS PETER F & ANDREWS ROSAMCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESGUERRERO ELECTRIC INCApplicant: Thomas Peter F & Andrews Rosam; Fees: $127Effective Date: 2015-10-29Permit Number: B2015-05293
July 20, 2015
Description: **add electrical mechanical & plumbing. $$alj addition conditioned space of (existing remodel kitchen in upper level of house studio 226 S.F attached lower level andJob Value: $120,000Status: ISSUEDType: BuildingSub Type: Bp-4 (4 wk; Business Name: LE CONSTRUCTUER VERT INC0Effective Date: 2015-07-20Permit Number: 1500001975
April 27, 2015
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Addition conditioned space of (existing studio 226 S.F attached lower level and remodel kitchen in upper level of houseJob Value: $120,000Status: ISSUEDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Addition/alteration; 0Effective Date: 2015-04-27Permit Number: B2015-01975-E
April 27, 2015
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Addition conditioned space of (existing studio 226 S.F attached lower level and remodel kitchen in upper level of houseJob Value: $120,000Status: ISSUEDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Addition/alteration; 0Effective Date: 2015-04-27Permit Number: B2015-01975-M
April 27, 2015
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Addition conditioned space of (existing studio 226 S.F attached lower level and remodel kitchen in upper level of houseJob Value: $120,000Status: ISSUEDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Addition/alteration; 0Effective Date: 2015-04-27Permit Number: B2015-01975-P
April 27, 2015
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: Addition conditioned space of (existing studio 226 S.F attached lower level and remodel kitchen in upper level of houseJob Value: $120,000Status: IssuedType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration; Business Name: GARY SAMONSKY, ARCHITECTApplicant: Thomas Peter F& Andrews RosamFees: $6,463Effective Date: 2015-04-27Permit Number: B2015-01975
August 20, 2008
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Roof mounted grid-tie solar electric installationStatus: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: THOMAS PETER F & ANDREWS ROSAMCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESCOLIN FLYNN/BORREGO SOLARApplicant: Thomas Peter F & Andrews Rosam; 0Effective Date: 2008-08-20Permit Number: B2008-03687
July 21, 2008
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Remove and replace class a composition shinlges. Fire zone 2 - must comply with all restrictions in fire zonesJob Value: $23,664Status: Closed ExpiredType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: HOWARD VANLANDINGHAM; THOMAS PETERCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESHOWARD VANLANDINGHAMApplicant: Thomas Peter; 0Effective Date: 2008-07-21Permit Number: B2008-03181
July 21, 2008
Description: Fire zone 2 - must comply with all remove and replace class a composition restrictions in fire zones. ShinlgesJob Value: $23,664Status: ISSUEDType: BuildingSub Type: Bp-0 express; Business Name: ELLIOTT & ELLIOTT CO0Effective Date: 2008-07-21Permit Number: 0800003181
December 19, 1995
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Replacement of existing damaged service mastStatus: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingBusiness Name: HEARN MICHAEL M & ANNA SApplicant: HEARN MICHAEL M & ANNA S; 0Effective Date: 1995-12-19Permit Number: B1995-04898
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$13,049.78From latest Total Assessed Value1.96%Total Assessed Value$664,553=Land+
Assessed Value$192,539Additions
Assessed Value$472,014
In 2023, taxes billed for 640 Spruce St were $13,049.78, which is 1.96% from latest Total Assessed Value of $664,553.
Property History
640 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 640 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 640 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
12 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
640 Spruce St has a walkability score of 12 out of 20, which means that it is in a somewhat walkable 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 640 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 640 Spruce St
Public Schools
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
1.50 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
2.08 mi
B+
Ruth Acty Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.57 mi
A-
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.21 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.86 mi
B+
Thousand Oaks Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.64 mi
B-
Rosa Parks Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.62 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 Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights.
Crime Index for 94707
53
53
The crime index in 94707 is 53, which is 0.5 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
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- 929 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 1,280 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1939 and has an estimate of $1,415,561 with a price per ft² of $1,106.
- 1533 Spruce St # B, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 529 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1924 and has an estimate of $791,187 with a price per ft² of $1,496.
- 844 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 3,707 square foot, 5 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.27 acre property. It was built in 1924 and has an estimate of $2,666,530 with a price per ft² of $719.
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- 860 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,696 square foot and 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1956 and has an estimate of $2,018,739 with a price per ft² of $749.
- 750 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 2,466 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1933 and has an estimate of $1,890,108 with a price per ft² of $766.
- 754 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 2,951 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1942 and has an estimate of $2,170,994 with a price per ft² of $736.
- 1507 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,252 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1908 and has an estimate of $1,206,141 with a price per ft² of $963.
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- 1511 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 510 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1965 and has an estimate of $617,679 with a price per ft² of $1,211.
- 1531 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,643 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $1,493,150 with a price per ft² of $909.
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