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West Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

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3.1 /5
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Ranked 17th /18 in Berkeley, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

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    Price
    $1.25M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $66k
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    Appreciation
    0%

At a glance

West Berkeley is ranked #17 of 18 neighborhoods in Berkeley with an overall score of 3.1/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and schools (3.8/5, 15th of 18 in Berkeley), at a median home price of $1.25M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $66,000. The trade-off is safety (2.1/5), though prices run about 29% below the Berkeley median.

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Industrial Past, Arts & Culinary Scene, Fourth Street Shopping

West Berkeley merges a rich industrial heritage with a modern creative spirit, offering a unique blend of warehouses turned art studios, cutting-edge startups, and beloved local eateries. Fourth Street is a highlight, where independent boutiques, home-goods stores, and cafés create a lively retail and dining corridor. Meanwhile, nearby Aquatic Park provides a scenic escape for joggers, kayakers, and picnickers, making it a go-to spot for outdoor recreation in an otherwise urban area. While some parts of West Berkeley still bear an industrial vibe, new breweries, bakeries, and farm-to-table restaurants have helped shape a thriving food and arts scene. The neighborhood’s close proximity to major transit routes—including I-80 and the Amtrak station—makes it a practical choice for commuters. Despite its mix of warehouses and commercial spaces, West Berkeley retains a tight-knit community feel, especially around local farmers’ markets and cultural events. It’s a place where innovation, history, and everyday life intersect.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    4.8

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    Public Spaces

    3.5

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    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Neighborhood Weather

77%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 77% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
West Berkeley ranks 11th of 18 for sunshine in Berkeley, and it out-suns roughly a sixth of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 74° highs, and it gets about 23 inches of rain a year, the driest in the city.
Average daily high and low temperature
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Rank in Berkeley
11th of 18
Across the Bay Area
16th percentile
Rain per year
23 in driest in city
Warmest month
Sep 74° avg high
Summer day
56° → 72°F
Winter day
45° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Cornell Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.7/5
Marin Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Ocean View Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.5/5
Cragmont Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.1/5
Malcolm X Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.8/5
Thousand Oaks Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.8/5
Washington Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.9/5
Beach Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Havens Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.7/5
Wildwood Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Berkeley High Middle8-12
4.3/5
Martin Luther King Middle Middle6-8
4.2/5
Willard Middle Middle6-8
4.5/5
LIFE Academy Middle6-12
2.8/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

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Is West Berkeley a good place to live?

West Berkeley ranks 17th of 18 neighborhoods in Berkeley with an overall Houseberry score of 3.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and schools (3.8/5). The trade-off is safety (2.1/5).

Is West Berkeley safe?

West Berkeley, Berkeley scores 2.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 17th of 18 neighborhoods in Berkeley.

What do homes in West Berkeley cost?

The median home price in West Berkeley, Berkeley is $1.25M, compared with $1.75M for Berkeley as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $66,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in West Berkeley rising or falling?

The median home price in West Berkeley, Berkeley is up about 2.7% over the past 12 months, from $1.21M to $1.25M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve West Berkeley?

Schools serving West Berkeley, Berkeley include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Cragmont Elementary (4.1/5) and Malcolm X Elementary (3.8/5). 9 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in West Berkeley?

West Berkeley, Berkeley receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 11th of 18 in Berkeley. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 45° to 60°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.

Is West Berkeley walkable to shops and restaurants?

West Berkeley, Berkeley scores 4.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.8 out of 5, 16th of 18 in Berkeley.

What is West Berkeley known for?

West Berkeley, Berkeley is associated with Industrial Past, Arts & Culinary Scene and Fourth Street Shopping. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5).

How does West Berkeley compare to other Berkeley neighborhoods?

West Berkeley ranks 17th of 18 neighborhoods in Berkeley. It ranks 15th of 18 in Berkeley for schools (3.8/5) and scores lowest on safety (2.1/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Berkeley are Claremont Hills and South Campus.

What are the downsides of living in West Berkeley?

West Berkeley, Berkeley scores lowest on safety (2.1/5).

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1st
Neighborhood Iamge
Claremont Hills, Berkeley, CA
Overall Score : 4.5
Claremont Hills climbs sharply from Tunnel Road up to Grizzly Peak, with winding... See Full Page
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
South Campus, Berkeley, CA
Overall Score : 4.3
South Campus hugs the south edge of UC Berkeley, stretching roughly from Bancrof... See Full Page
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Panoramic Hill, Berkeley, CA
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