$1,120,200
SOLD MAR 28, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,088 Sq Ft
3,593 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,030 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to San Pablo Park

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 1211 Russell St, a fully renovated, turn-key home in the heart of Berkeley, just steps from the vibrant San Pablo Park. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence seamlessly blends classic charm with modern luxury. Impeccably designed luxury white oak vinyl flooring with high-end finishes throughout, it features a chef's kitchen with premium Thor appliances and beautifully renovated bathrooms. The outdoor space is perfect for entertaining, with a landscaped yard and a private office/studio ideal for remote work or creative projects. Conveniently located near Berkeley Bowl, shops, public transport, and top schools, this home offers the best of Berkeley living in a serene yet vibrant community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Herman Bhatti

GNN Real Estate License #01965788 Listed on: 02/26/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Rayne Palmer

BHG RE Reliance Partners License #00890955

BHG RE Reliance Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,740

Year Built

  • Built in 1908 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 3,593 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Marble or Granite Building Materials

Interior Spaces

  • 1,088 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Private Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • 220 Volts
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0531-6630-14

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,740

Year Built

Built in 1908 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Levels: One
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 0-5YR, Kitchen 0-5YR, Bed 0-5YR
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Oven, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Other
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Marble
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counter
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1029.60
  • Square Footage: 1088.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 1164000.00
  • Lot Features: Curb(s)/Gutter(s)
  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage, Private, Uncovered Parking Space

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: In & Connected, Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Public, Internet Available
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Inside Area
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley Unified

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1
  • Irrigation: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0825
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3593.00

Rental Info

  • Lease Type: Net

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0531-6630-14
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Alameda

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Anwaar Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Tarrh Nathan and Nieto Midori Chikamatsu
Seller's Agent
Herman Bhatti
GNN Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rayne Palmer
BHG RE Reliance Partners
List Price
$1,164,000
Sold Price
$1,120,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$43,800
-3.76%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$1,083,418

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$36,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.86%
Original Mortgage
$757,380
Outstanding Balance
$756,743
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$339,363

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2022
Closed on
Feb 15, 2023
Sold by
Homran Amir Nagi
Bought by
Anwaar Real Estate Llc
Seller's Agent
Steve Bianchi
Realty World-Bianchi & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Herman Bhatti
GNN Real Estate
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-24.48%
Views
153

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
40.86%
Original Mortgage
$551,200
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2022
Closed on
Jan 30, 2023
Sold by
Anna Daigle Revocable Trust
Bought by
Homran Amir Nagi
Seller's Agent
Steve Bianchi
Realty World-Bianchi & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Herman Bhatti
GNN Real Estate
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-24.48%
Views
153

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$551,200
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2005
Sold by
Daigle Anna Polland
Bought by
Daigle Anna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$469,342
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,120,500 Wfg National Title Insurance C
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed $540,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- North American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $757,380 New Conventional
Previous Owner $480,000 Construction
Previous Owner $551,200 Construction
Previous Owner $469,342 FHA
Previous Owner $469,342 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Sold $1,120,200 -3.8% $1,030 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $1,164,000 +115.6% $1,070 / Sq Ft
02/09/2023 02/09/23 Sold $540,000 -9.8% $496 / Sq Ft
01/22/2023 01/22/23 Pending -- -- --
11/29/2022 11/29/22 Price Changed $599,000 -11.3% $551 / Sq Ft
11/09/2022 11/09/22 Price Changed $675,000 -5.6% $620 / Sq Ft
10/28/2022 10/28/22 For Sale $715,000 -- $657 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,740 $561,815 $168,544 $393,271
2024 $9,740 $550,800 $165,240 $385,560
2023 $12,394 $782,000 $234,600 $547,400
2022 $4,479 $138,617 $65,678 $79,939
2021 $4,455 $135,762 $64,390 $78,372
2020 $4,144 $141,299 $63,730 $77,569
2019 $3,889 $138,528 $62,480 $76,048
2018 $3,784 $135,812 $61,255 $74,557
2017 $3,619 $133,150 $60,055 $73,095
2016 $3,421 $130,539 $58,877 $71,662
2015 $3,356 $128,579 $57,993 $70,586
2014 $3,292 $126,061 $56,857 $69,204
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 225022681

MetroList

APN: 053-1663-014-00