Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Berkeley a good place to live?
South Berkeley is a good place to live, receiving 3.7 stars from its residents. South Berkeley is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. South Berkeley is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. South Berkeley has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 37.2 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $108,642 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.1% of residents. A majority of residents in South Berkeley are renters, with 76.7% of residents renting and 23.3% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving South Berkeley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our South Berkeley neighborhood guide.
Is South Berkeley, CA a safe neighborhood?
South Berkeley, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Berkeley?
The median home price in South Berkeley is $998,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $199,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.16%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $209K a year to afford the median home price in South Berkeley. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in South Berkeley is $109K.
What are the best public schools in South Berkeley?
The best public schools that serve South Berkeley are:
- Berkeley High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Cragmont Elementary School has an A Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 21:1.
- Emerson Elementary School has an A Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 22:1.
What are the best private schools in South Berkeley?
The best private schools that serve South Berkeley are:
- Black Pine Circle School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- The Crowden School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
What are the most popular zip codes in South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA are Bushrod, Elmwood, West Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley and Santa Fe.
Are home prices dropping in South Berkeley?
Yes, home prices in South Berkeley are down 2% in the last 12 months.
