NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1211 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94702

West Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $749,000 - $1,111,935

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,088 Sq Ft
$850/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 28, 2025

Last sale price $1,120,200 $1,030 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,820 / mo

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

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
  • Property Views

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

  • No Garage
  • 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

Year Built

Built in 1908 | Remodeled

Lot Details

3,593 Sq Ft Lot

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
  • 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

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$924,484

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.14%
Original Mortgage
$757,380
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2022
Closed on
Feb 15, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
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
144

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
Bought by
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
144

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
Bought by

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
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$1,120,500 Wfg National Title Insurance C
-- --
$540,000 Old Republic Title Company
-- North American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $757,380
Previous Owner $551,200
Previous Owner $469,342
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
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 View Prior Sale
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

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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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Herman Bhatti

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Herman Bhatti

    GNN Real Estate

    1 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Herman Bhatti
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  • Rayne Palmer

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Rayne Palmer

    BHG RE Reliance Partners

    (510) 502-2063

    2 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Rayne Palmer
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  • Steve Bianchi

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Steve Bianchi

    Realty World-Bianchi & Associates

    (650) 279-1329

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Steve Bianchi
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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 225022681

MetroList

APN: 053-1663-014-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94702 West Berkeley

1211 Russell St, Berkeley, CA

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