Residential > House
Sold
10/10/2008
Sold Price
$810,000$388/ft²
987 Spruce St
Berkeley, CA 94707
- 4Beds
- 2Baths
- 2,086ft²Living Area
- 7,421ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1926Year Built
- -DOM
- 22Permits
987 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 4 bed, 2 bath, 2,086 ft² house built in 1926 on a 0.170 acre lot with 22 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2008 for $810,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,703,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 987 Spruce St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,703,250
$816/ft²
+$893K above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$810,000
$388/ft²
15 years ago
987 Spruce St is valued at $1,703,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
987 Spruce St was last sold in 2008 for $810,000.
Permits
987 Spruce St has 22 permit records of total value of $506,201.
Permit History
22
Permits
$506,201
Total Permit Value
March 1, 2023
Description: Address assignment for new accesory dwelling unit new address 978 santa barbara rd. (see permit #b2023-00581 for new adu construction.)Status: filedType: Pre-appFees: $200Effective Date: 2023-03-01Permit Number: PREAPP001006
May 26, 2020
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Install one (1) energy storage system (13.5 kw). Fire zone 2 propertyStatus: finalType: PermitBusiness Name: Tesla Energy OperationsFees: $127Effective Date: 2020-05-26Permit Number: B2020-01554
July 11, 2019
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Installation of funicular railway up the hill to the house. Must comply with fire zone 2 requirementsJob Value: $80,000Status: finalType: PermitFees: $4,217Effective Date: 2019-07-11Permit Number: B2019-02868
November 17, 2014
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: See attached Conditions of Approval KITCHEN REMODELJob Value: $21,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2014-11-17Permit Number: B2014-05264-E
November 17, 2014
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: See attached Conditions of Approval KITCHEN REMODELJob Value: $21,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: KITCHEN EXPERTS OF CALIFORNIAApplicant: Boer Arend P Tr0Effective Date: 2014-11-17Permit Number: B2014-05264
November 17, 2014
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: See attached Conditions of Approval KITCHEN REMODELJob Value: $21,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2014-11-17Permit Number: B2014-05264-M
November 17, 2014
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: See attached Conditions of Approval KITCHEN REMODELJob Value: $21,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2014-11-17Permit Number: B2014-05264-P
November 17, 2014
Description: See attached conditions of approval kitchen remodelJob Value: $21,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: KITCHEN EXPERTS OF CA INC; KITCHEN EXPERTS OF CALIFORNIA0Effective Date: 2014-11-17Permit Number: 1400005264
March 31, 2014
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Install 6.48kw photovoltaic solar panels on roof & install ev charging station in garage. Fire zone 2-must comply with fire zone restrictionsStatus: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: A 1 SUN INC/KELI YARIS; BOER AREND P TRCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESA 1 SUN INC/KELI YARISApplicant: Boer Arend P Tr; 0Effective Date: 2014-03-31Permit Number: B2014-01410
February 9, 2011
Description: Legalization of 2nd dwelling unit 987 spruce #a during course of total remodel of basement. 987a spruce. Valuation of $6, 500 is subject to field inspection - also see permit #10-1350 for foundation and slab work. * valuation increased from $1, 500 to $6, 500.as per ellie leard.see attached routing slip regarding notes.dc marsha will need to adjust fees so app will pay when plans are ready for issuance.dcJob Value: $6,500Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: SCHWARTZ RICHARD BUILDEREffective Date: 2011-02-09Permit Number: 1000002077
June 11, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Legalization of 2nd dwelling unit 987 spruce #a during course of total remodel of basement. 987a spruce. Valuation of $6, 500 is subject to field inspection - also see permit #10-1350 for foundation and slab workJob Value: $6,500Status: issuedType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration; Business Name: RICHARD SCHWARTZMANNApplicant: Boer Arend PFees: $1,028Effective Date: 2010-06-11Permit Number: B2010-02077
June 11, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Legalization of 2nd dwelling unit 987 spruce #a during course of total remodel of basement. 987a spruce. Valuation of $6, 500 is subject to field inspection - also see permit #10-1350 for foundation and slab workJob Value: $6,500Status: issuedType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alterationEffective Date: 2010-06-11Permit Number: B2010-02077-P
June 11, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Legalization of 2nd dwelling unit 987 spruce #a during course of total remodel of basement. 987a spruce. Valuation of $6, 500 is subject to field inspection - also see permit #10-1350 for foundation and slab workJob Value: $6,500Status: issuedType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alterationEffective Date: 2010-06-11Permit Number: B2010-02077-E
June 2, 2010
Project Name: Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Upgrade electrical and addition receptacles switches and lights. Replace water lines and fixtures. * applicant withdrew plans---mcoStatus: Closed ExpiredType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: RICHARD SCHWARZMANN/IDEALApplicant: Boer Arend P0Effective Date: 2010-06-02Permit Number: B2010-01936
June 2, 2010
Project Name: Electrical Plumbing PermitDescription: Upgrade electrical and addition receptacles switches and lights. Replace water lines and fixtures. * applicant withdrew plans---mcoStatus: CLOSED EXPIREDType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; 0Effective Date: 2010-06-02Permit Number: B2010-01936-P
April 29, 2010
Description: Foudation replacement chimney removal and rebuild interior stairsJob Value: $120,000Status: ISSUEDType: BuildingSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wk; Business Name: ALAMEDA STRUCTUAL INC; ALAMEDA STRUCTURAL, INC0Effective Date: 2010-04-29Permit Number: 1000001350
April 20, 2010
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Foudation replacement chimney removal and rebuild interior stairsJob Value: $121,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: BOER ARENDCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESBRIAN BOUCHARDApplicant: Boer Arend; 0Effective Date: 2010-04-20Permit Number: B2010-01350
March 26, 2009
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: 200 amp electrical service upgradeStatus: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Boer ArendEffective Date: 2009-03-26Permit Number: B2009-01051
September 23, 2008
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Wui fire zone - must comply with all restrictios in fire zone 2. Termite damage repairs per report 36479 items 1b 1c 1g 4b 4c and, 11dJob Value: $9,601Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Mcblaine ConstructionEffective Date: 2008-09-23Permit Number: B2008-04252
September 22, 2008
Description: ***** print only 4 comment lines ***** restrictios in fire zone 2. Termite damage repairs per report wui fire zone - must comply with all 11d. 36479 items 1b 1c 1g 4b 4c andJob Value: $9,600Status: ISSUEDType: Building; Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: MC BLAINE CONSTRUCTION INC0Effective Date: 2008-09-22Permit Number: 0800004252
May 1, 2008
Description: Bolting and hold downs for voluntary comply with fire zone 2 hillside ordinance.dc seismic workJob Value: $17,500Status: ISSUEDType: BuildingSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wk; Business Name: KAMI CONSTRUCTION0Effective Date: 2008-05-01Permit Number: 0800001450
April 7, 2008
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Bolting and hold downs for voluntary seismic work comply with fire zone 2 hillside ordinance.dcJob Value: $17,500Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: SCOTT BRETALL; SCOTT BRETALLCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESSCOTT BRETALLApplicant: Scott Bretall; 0Effective Date: 2008-04-07Permit Number: B2008-01450
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$16,007.78From latest Total Assessed Value1.6%Total Assessed Value$1,002,520=Land+
Assessed Value$300,756Additions
Assessed Value$701,764
In 2023, taxes billed for 987 Spruce St were $16,007.78, which is 1.60% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,002,520.
Property History
987 Spruce St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 987 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 987 Spruce St.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
987 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 987 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 987 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 987 Spruce St
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
2.20 mi
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
1.00 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.58 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.31 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.68 mi
B
Oxford Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.90 mi
B
Washington Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.71 mi
B-
Cragmont Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.82 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 987 Spruce St over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Spruce St
- 915 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,379 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1945 and has an estimate of $2,174,025 with a price per ft² of $914.
- 946 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 2,806 square foot, 3 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $2,171,708 with a price per ft² of $928.
- 976 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 1,866 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,752,583 with a price per ft² of $939.
- 1209 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,051 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $2,262,218 with a price per ft² of $1,103.
- 1211 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,938 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1912 and has an estimate of $2,570,448 with a price per ft² of $841.
- 1730 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 3,804 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.28 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $3,076,094 with a price per ft² of $809.
- 1849 Spruce St # 3, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 733 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $806,161 with a price per ft² of $1,100.
- 431 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (North Cragmont) is a 1,818 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $1,539,711 with a price per ft² of $900.
- 828 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Heights) is a 4,425 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.21 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $3,146,201 with a price per ft² of $711.
- 438 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 1,506 square foot, 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1960 and has an estimate of $1,387,469 with a price per ft² of $921.
- 1544 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 2,201 square foot, 1 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $1,946,641 with a price per ft² of $884.
- 1199 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,808 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,860,139 with a price per ft² of $1,029.
- 1218 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Villa) is a 2,871 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1907 and has an estimate of $2,635,703 with a price per ft² of $918.
- 615 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,031 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $1,865,440 with a price per ft² of $918.
- 680 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (Arlington Heights) is a 1,779 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $1,761,152 with a price per ft² of $881.
- 543 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,237 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,912,446 with a price per ft² of $855.
- 1835 Spruce St # 2, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 557 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $691,708 with a price per ft² of $1,242.
- 1845 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 851 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $960,992 with a price per ft² of $1,129.
- 1846 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (North Berkeley) is a 12,674 square foot, 11 bedroom, 19 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $7,135,092 with a price per ft² of $563.
- 1405 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,711 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.07 acre property. It was built in 1962 and has an estimate of $2,001,397 with a price per ft² of $738.
- 601 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 (North Cragmont) is a 2,049 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1925 and has an estimate of $1,946,315 with a price per ft² of $1,249.
- 1425 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 1,899 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1898 and has an estimate of $1,845,054 with a price per ft² of $969.
- 1429 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,820 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1900 and has an estimate of $2,262,704 with a price per ft² of $802.
- 444 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (Thousand Oaks Heights) is a 2,426 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.27 acre property. It was built in 1938 and has an estimate of $2,039,983 with a price per ft² of $841.
- 1535 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 (Berkeley Hills) is a 2,434 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $2,147,784 with a price per ft² of $882.
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