Gorgeously renovated with a sublime relationship to its lush surrounds, 1271 Spruce is a stunning, architecturally open, rare 6BD/3BA 2516 square foot custom contemporary home steps from Berkeley’s Gourmet District with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, clerestory windows, brilliant skylights, and sun-washed rooms. Gated and set back from the street with ample off-street parking, the home is a true retreat enveloped by the melody of a burbling waterfall on Codornices Creek. An entertainer’s paradise, the home enjoys a spacious living room, large open chef’s kitchen with butler’s pantry and adjoining dining area, and an expansive yard with multiple decks perfect for al fresco parties. The home also features a gracious primary suite and three additional bedrooms on one level, a first-floor guest or au pair suite, a sunny home office/library, and three stylishly remodeled baths. Other amenities include an interior laundry area, basement workroom, and large parking pad.
Listed by David Gunderman•DRE #01313613• KW Advisors
Listed by Andrew Raskopf•DRE #01394348• KW Advisors
Bought with MADELINE LILLEY•DRE #01919653• Red Oak Realty
Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago (Oct 2, 2023 at 10:14pm)
•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40985098
Home facts
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1935
Community
Monterey/Hopkins
Lot Size
0.27 Acres
Price insights
Redfin Estimate
$2,687,068
Price/Sq.Ft.
$1,068
Buyer’s Agent Commission
2.5%
Redfin Estimate for 1271 SPRUCE St
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$2,687,068
$1.3M since sold in April 2022
$87K since September
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $2.7M..
Est. $8,319 per month, based on comparable rentals
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This house is an absolute treasure nestled against a babbling brook in one of the most sought after enclaves in Berkeley. Lovingly renovated and maintained by one family for the last thirty years, it is a masterpiece. A giant, well appointed chef's...
kitchen overlooks the side and front gardens complete with herb planters. In daytime, the entire house is bathed in sunlight, without a single light turned on. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms plus the beautiful primary en-suite. On the main floor is another en-suite which also has private exterior access. The entire property is well suited for entertaining - inside and out. This is a very special, very unique place. MUST SEE!
Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Entry Gate, Fenced Front Yard, Front Porch, Garden, Landscape Front
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School Information
Elementary School Distric: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
Lower Level Features
Basement
Street Level Features
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other, Main Entry
Upper Level Features
4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
Location Information
Directions to Property: Adeline/MLK/Rose/Spruce
Cross Street: Rose
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Documents & Disclosures
Point of Sale Ordinance
Natural Hazard Disclosure, Other (Call/See Agent)
Listing Information
Commission to Selling Office: 2.5
Old MLS #: 40985098
Contract Date: Friday, March 25, 2022
Listing Date: Thursday, March 17, 2022
Status Date: Monday, April 4, 2022
Possession: COE
Sold Listing Information
Sold Price: $4,035,000
Sale/Last List Price: $225
Sale/Original Price: $225
Sale $/Sq. Ft.: $1,604
Selling Office Information
Board ID: BAY EAST
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2022. This data may not match public records. Learn more.
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Public facts and zoning for 1271 SPRUCE St
Beds
—
Baths
3
Sq. Ft.
2,516
Stories
1.5
Lot Size
0.27 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1935
Year Renovated
1935
County
Alameda County
APN
060 246401900
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2023.
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Zoning
R-1H | Permitted: Single-Family, ADU
Cost of home ownership
$19,774 per month
30-year fixed, 3.5% interest
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Mortgage payment$14,495
Property taxes$4,203
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Homeowners' insurance$1,076
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Schools
GreatSchools Summary Rating
7/10
Oxford Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 0.2mi
8/10
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier School
Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 0.6mi
8/10
Cragmont Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 0.7mi
6/10
Washington Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Serves this home • 1.3mi
7/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Nearby school • 0.7mi
7/10
Berkeley High School
Public, 9-12 • Serves this home • 1.2mi
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Transportation near 1271 SPRUCE St
89/100
Very walkable
Walk Score®
54/100
Good transit
Transit Score®
66/100
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Places
3 groceries, 22 restaurants, 11 parks
Transit
12, 18, 52, 65, 67, 7, 79, F, FS, H
Climate risks
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Risk Factor
Flood Factor - Major
24% chance of flooding in next 30 years
Fire Factor - Moderate
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
Heat Factor - Minor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Wind Factor - Minimal
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Nearby similar homes
Homes similar to 1271 SPRUCE St are listed between $1M to $4M at an average of $965 per square foot.
1271 SPRUCE St is a 2,516 square foot house on a 0.27 acre lot with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. This home is currently off market - it last sold on April 04, 2022 for $4,035,000
How many photos are available for this home?
Redfin has 1 photos of 1271 SPRUCE St.
How much is this home worth?
Based on Redfin's Berkeley data, we estimate the home's value is $2,687,068
When was this home built and last sold?
1271 SPRUCE St was built in 1935 and last sold on April 04, 2022 for $4,035,000.
What is the rental estimate for this home?
We estimate that 1271 SPRUCE St would rent for between $7,167 and $9,015.
How competitive is the market for this home?
Based on Redfin's market data from the past 12 months, we calculate that market competition in 94709, this home's neighborhood, is very competitive. Homes sell for about 10% above list price and go pending in around 16 days. Hot homes can sell for about 30% above list price and go pending in around 13 days. Compared to nearby markets, 94709 is less competitive than Rockridge and less competitive than Berkeley Hills.
The full address for this home is 1271 Spruce Street, Berkeley, California 94709.
What's the housing market like in La Loma Park?
The La Loma Park housing market is most competitive. The median sale price of a home in La Loma Park was $1.6M last month, down 16.4% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in La Loma Park is $579, down 34.7% since last year.