Seller's Agent in 2025
Devin Ratoosh
Red Oak Realty
(510) 919-5499
9 in this area
160 Total Sales
2314 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94705
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,385,000 - $1,489,757
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,467
Sq Ft
$977/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Victorian Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
As of May 2025This Storybook Victorian-style home in lower Elmwood blends timeless elegance with contemporary updates. Upon entering, you're welcomed by a spacious living room featuring graceful coved ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. The formal dining room, complete with charming fireplace and original built-in cabinetry, offers an inviting space for gathering. Thoughtfully redesigned, the kitchen boasts designer-style finishes paired effortlessly with brand-new appliances (2025), reflecting an eclectic yet tasteful aesthetic. The first floor includes a remodeled full bathroom and a flex room suitable for an office, den, or guest bedroom. Upstairs, the inviting landing connects three bedrooms and a renovated full bathroom. Outside, the sunny backyard provides an idyllic spot for relaxing, while the landscaped front garden enhances the home's lovely curb appeal. The driveway provides off-street parking. Extensive upgrades include a new energy-efficient roof (2025), two-zone furnace system, and updates to the electrical and plumbing systems. Conveniently located just a short stroll from College Avenue’s vibrant restaurants and shopping, Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, and Ashby BART station, this captivating turn-key home embodies Berkeley living at its finest.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01820096 Listed on: 04/16/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 2,310 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Uncovered Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Central Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- South Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 52157918
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Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 16, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Devin Ratoosh
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Morgana Von Stauffenberg
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$455,000
41.55%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$117,061
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.77%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2024
Closed on
Aug 26, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steven Wiley
Bay Area Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
john flaniken
List Price
$949,888
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$169,888
-17.89%
Views
57
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
178.70%
Original Mortgage
$546,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2024
Closed on
Aug 22, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steven Wiley
Bay Area Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
john flaniken
List Price
$949,888
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$169,888
-17.89%
Views
57
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$546,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,550,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| -- | Wfg National Title Insurance C | ||
| $780,000 | Wfg National Title Insurance C | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $546,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Sold | $1,550,000 | +41.6% | $1,057 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | +40.4% | $746 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $780,000 | -- | -- | |
| 09/05/2024 09/05/24 | Sold | $780,000 | -17.9% | $532 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/05/2024 07/05/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/18/2024 06/18/24 | For Sale | $949,888 | 0.0% | $648 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/07/2024 06/07/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/27/2024 04/27/24 | For Sale | $949,888 | -- | $648 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $7,684 | $780,000 | $312,000 | $468,000 |
| 2024 | $7,684 | $65,861 | $47,353 | $18,508 |
| 2023 | $4,148 | $64,569 | $46,424 | $18,145 |
| 2022 | $4,175 | $63,304 | $45,514 | $17,790 |
| 2021 | $4,145 | $62,063 | $44,622 | $17,441 |
| 2020 | $3,854 | $61,426 | $44,164 | $17,262 |
| 2019 | $3,605 | $60,222 | $43,299 | $16,923 |
| 2018 | $3,489 | $59,042 | $42,450 | $16,592 |
| 2017 | $3,343 | $57,883 | $41,617 | $16,266 |
| 2016 | $3,135 | $56,748 | $40,801 | $15,947 |
| 2015 | $3,064 | $55,896 | $40,188 | $15,708 |
| 2014 | $2,987 | $54,801 | $39,401 | $15,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Devin Ratoosh
-
David A. Ratoosh
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
David A. Ratoosh
Red Oak Realty
(510) 527-5500
6 in this area
90 Total Sales
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Morgana Von Stauffenberg
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Morgana Von Stauffenberg
Red Oak Realty
(510) 292-2000
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
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S
Seller's Agent in 2024
Steven Wiley
Bay Area Real Estate Group
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john flaniken
j
Buyer's Agent in 2024
john flaniken
(831) 429-5700
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41093551
APN: 052-1579-018-00
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