1609 Spruce St is a 2,163 square foot house on a 6,750 square foot lot with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Based on Redfin's Berkeley data, we estimate the home's value is $2,126,428.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,750 sq ftLot Size
$983Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$2,126,428
$20K since September
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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($2.15M) of 5 comparable homes.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,522 (+19.8%)
$76,525 + $49,266
$125,791
2024
$7,113 (+3.5%)
$75,024 + $48,300
$123,324
2023
$6,871 (−3.2%)
$73,553 + $47,353
$120,906
2022
$7,101 (+0.8%)
$70,697 + $45,514
$116,211
2021
$7,048 (+8.4%)
$70,697 + $45,514
$116,211
2020
$6,502 (+7.8%)
$69,311 + $44,622
$113,933
2019
$6,034 (+3.4%)
$68,601 + $44,164
$112,765
2018
$5,836 (+4.1%)
$67,256 + $43,299
$110,555
2017
$5,608 (+7.1%)
$64,644 + $41,617
$106,261
2016
$5,237 (+2.4%)
$64,644 + $41,617
$106,261
2015
$5,115 (+3.8%)
$63,377 + $40,801
$104,178
2014
$4,928 (+6.4%)
$61,202 + $39,401
$100,603
2013
$4,632 (+3.0%)
$61,202 + $39,401
$100,603
2012
$4,496 (+3.3%)
$60,926 + $39,223
$100,149
2011
$4,353 (+1.0%)
$59,731 + $38,454
$98,185
2010
$4,309 (+0.5%)
$58,560 + $37,700
$96,260
2009
$4,287 (+11.4%)
$58,123 + $37,419
$95,542
2008
$3,848
$58,261 + $37,508
$95,769
Tax history for 1609 Spruce St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,522 (+19.8%)
$76,525 + $49,266
$125,791
2024
$7,113 (+3.5%)
$75,024 + $48,300
$123,324
2023
$6,871 (−3.2%)
$73,553 + $47,353
$120,906
2022
$7,101 (+0.8%)
$70,697 + $45,514
$116,211
2021
$7,048 (+8.4%)
$70,697 + $45,514
$116,211
2020
$6,502 (+7.8%)
$69,311 + $44,622
$113,933
2019
$6,034 (+3.4%)
$68,601 + $44,164
$112,765
2018
$5,836 (+4.1%)
$67,256 + $43,299
$110,555
2017
$5,608 (+7.1%)
$64,644 + $41,617
$106,261
2016
$5,237 (+2.4%)
$64,644 + $41,617
$106,261
2015
$5,115 (+3.8%)
$63,377 + $40,801
$104,178
2014
$4,928 (+6.4%)
$61,202 + $39,401
$100,603
2013
$4,632 (+3.0%)
$61,202 + $39,401
$100,603
2012
$4,496 (+3.3%)
$60,926 + $39,223
$100,149
2011
$4,353 (+1.0%)
$59,731 + $38,454
$98,185
2010
$4,309 (+0.5%)
$58,560 + $37,700
$96,260
2009
$4,287 (+11.4%)
$58,123 + $37,419
$95,542
2008
$3,848
$58,261 + $37,508
$95,769
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1
Single Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential (R-1) district is to: Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low-density, single-family residential areas of the city consistent with the General Plan; Make housing available for persons who desire detached housing and a relatively large amount of usable open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and Permit community facilities such as religious assembly uses, schools, parks, and libraries which serve the local population and are not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
Dec 17, 2025 • Final
Minor
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 300
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Raised W/Crawlspace
Building Style Type: L-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Wood
Building Type: Detached
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MARTIN KELLOGG
Living Sq. Ft: 2,163
Building Sq. Ft: 2,163
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 1.5
Legal Description: OFFICIAL RECS 19 PG 35 BLK 4 LOT 18
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,750
Legal Lot Number: 18
Legal Block Number: 4
Municipality Name: BERKELEY INCORP
Acres: 0.155
Depth Footage: 150
Front Footage: 45
Zoning Code: R-1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL HOME
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,163
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,750 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Alameda County
APN: 058 218402100
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Willard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.02M – $2.45M
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