An incomparable complex, less than a block to the Northside of the prestigious UC campus! Built in the late 1930’s by Irwin M. Johnson, these elegant stucco buildings are smartly sited around a garden lot of just under 1/2 acre, offering unique views of the Bay or campus. Each unit lives like a SFR with hardwood floors, gracious living rooms with fireplaces, own laundry; 4 units occupy 2 stories, with gracious stairs. All buildings have cedar shake roofs. Electrical service has been upgraded, and each unit has separately metered utilities. Each unit is spacious, occupying between approximately 1300 and 1500 square feet, and most are being used as 3 bedrooms. There is one even-larger unit, occupying over 1600 sq. ft., being used as a 4-bedroom. Four units have add'l half-bath. Long history of low vacancy and high rental rates. With a WalkScore of 90, this location is considered A Walker’s Paradise, 1/2 mile south to downtown and BART/Arts district, or north to Shattuck/Gourmet district. In 24 years since I sold it to the seller, nothing has compared to this complex. So beautiful and so close to campus, with wonderfully high rents!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1938
Listing Office:
Office Name: Red Oak Realty
Office Phone: (510) 292-2000
Listing Agent: Arlene Baxter
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
View: Bay, Mountain(s)
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.43 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: above Shattuck, near Virginia Cross Street: Virginia.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $8,380,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $34,665
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $6.9M more than the Median Sold Price in Berkeley, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #41045284
Listing Office:
Office Name: Red Oak Realty
Office Phone: (510) 292-2000
Listing Agent: Arlene Baxter
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$34,665
$1,629,291
2020
$34,665
$1,612,585
2019
$31,663
$1,580,972
2018
$30,299
$1,549,979
2017
$30,299
$1,519,593
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
8
/10
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier
1645 Milvia St
Distance between this listing and this school0.32 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
6
/10
Washington Elementary School
2300 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Oxford Elementary School
1130 Oxford St
Distance between this listing and this school0.81 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
1781 Rose St
Distance between this listing and this school0.75 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Willard Middle School
2425 Stuart St
Distance between this listing and this school1.19 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle School
1500 Derby St
Distance between this listing and this school1.41 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Berkeley High School
1980 Allston Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.63 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Realm Charter High School
2023 8th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.73 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
9
/10
Albany High School
603 Key Route Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school2.03 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $22,500. Typical income of Berkeley, CA residents is less than $35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1739 Spruce St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1739 Spruce St property is $8,380,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1739 Spruce St is a house located in Berkeley, California, 94709.
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Active Listing: 1739 Spruce St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $34,665 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1739 Spruce St is 1938.
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This home is located at 1739 Spruce St in Berkeley, CA and zip code 94709 in the Berkeley Hills neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 01, 2023 and is currently priced at $8,380,000.
In March 2024 more than 34 listings in Berkeley, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. The number of listings in Berkeley, CA increased by 32.7% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 18 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $1,388,000 during the same period.
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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