1226 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,386/month
Total Views
185,935
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,088
Sq Ft
$622
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Cooling Available
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to San Pablo Park
About This Home
Welcome to 1226 Russell Street, a charming triplex nestled in the heart of South Berkeley. This delightful property offers a perfect blend of character and convenience, situated just one block from San Pablo Park and close to Berkeley Bowl, restaurants, shops, and public transit, this triplex offers both charm and accessibility. Whether you're an investor seeking a well-maintained property with steady rental income or a homeowner interested in living in one unit and renting out the others, 1226 Russell Street offers a unique opportunity. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, a tankless water heater, and maintenance improvements throughout the property. Tenants enjoy access to a shared outdoor patio area and dedicated storage sheds. Off-street parking adds extra convenience. Don’t miss the chance to own a well-cared-for income property in one of Berkeley’s most desirable neighborhoods. Call for schedule appt to view - must have 24 hour notice. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,991
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- 3,040 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Free-Standing Range
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Wall Furnace
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- South Berkeley Subdivision, Triplex Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 53162930
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $17,991 | $1,250,093 | $375,028 | $875,065 |
| 2024 | $17,991 | $1,225,590 | $367,677 | $857,913 |
| 2023 | $17,632 | $1,201,560 | $360,468 | $841,092 |
| 2022 | $15,277 | $1,007,857 | $455,680 | $552,177 |
| 2021 | $15,320 | $988,099 | $446,747 | $541,352 |
| 2020 | $14,544 | $977,976 | $442,170 | $535,806 |
| 2019 | $14,020 | $958,800 | $433,500 | $525,300 |
| 2018 | $13,797 | $940,000 | $425,000 | $515,000 |
| 2017 | $6,437 | $354,348 | $106,304 | $248,044 |
| 2016 | $6,163 | $347,401 | $104,220 | $243,181 |
| 2015 | $6,073 | $342,185 | $102,655 | $239,530 |
| 2014 | $6,184 | $335,483 | $100,645 | $234,838 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | +10.3% | $622 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | Sold | $1,178,000 | +0.7% | $637 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2022 04/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2022 03/26/22 | Price Changed | $1,170,000 | -4.9% | $632 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2022 03/26/22 | For Sale | $1,229,990 | +4.4% | $665 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2022 03/11/22 | Off Market | $1,178,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2022 02/25/22 | For Sale | $1,229,990 | -- | $665 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $940,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $321,000 | Landsafe Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $344,700 | Landsafe Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Placer Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $730,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $152,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | $76,500 | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $687,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $705,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $192,600 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $595,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $584,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $146,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $122,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
Gohn Marie was raised in the Oakland/Berkeley area and received her B.A. in Health Services Administration from St. Mary’s College in Moraga, California.
Relentless about helping her clients achieve their goals, Gohn McFadden has gained notoriety for going the extra mile. A native of North Oakland, she’s always had a deep connection to her local community and finds true joy in helping others put down roots. The reputable real estate agent credits her father for sparking an interest in
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41093903
APN: 053-1629-030-00
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