2601 College Ave Unit 108 Berkeley, CA 94704
Elmwood NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,777/month
Highlights
- Gated Community
- City Lights View
- 18,982 Sq Ft lot
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
About This Home
It’s a beautiful day in Elmwood. The sun filters through the trees as the neighborhood comes to life—students and professors making their way to UC Berkeley, locals lingering over coffee, and the steady rhythm of a community that’s both vibrant and grounded. At 2601 College Ave., that same energy carries through. Tucked within the well-loved Mark Twain Condominiums, Unit 108 offers a calm, courtyard-facing retreat from it all. Inside, this thoughtfully updated 1-bed condo is equal parts comfort and practicality - an easy, move-in ready space where daily life feels refreshingly uncomplicated. The layout is simple and efficient, with an updated kitchen and bath, generous closet space, and a peaceful connection to the building’s interior garden. Just moments from campus, transit, and Elmwood’s shops and restaurants, this is a home that works as well for owner-occupants as it does for those looking for a reliable investment with enduring demand. The HOA further simplifies ownership, covering heat, hot water, trash and earthquake insurance, along with on-site laundry, deeded garage parking, storage and elevator. In a neighborhood where lifestyle and location rarely miss, Unit 108 offers a grounded, well-connected place to call home—or a smart investment in one of Berkeley’s most desirable markets.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- West Facing Home
- Zero Lot Line
HOA Fees
- $1,032 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- City Lights Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 55184835
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, earthquake insurance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, trash, water/sewer
- 36 Units
- Association Phone (925) 690-5332
- Elmwood Subdivision
Additional Features
- Coin Laundry
- Gated Community
Map
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 | $8,426 | $582,623 | $174,787 | $407,836 |
| 2024 | $8,426 | $571,200 | $171,360 | $399,840 |
| 2023 | $3,631 | $176,487 | $52,946 | $123,541 |
| 2022 | $3,546 | $173,027 | $51,908 | $121,119 |
| 2021 | $3,538 | $169,634 | $50,890 | $118,744 |
| 2020 | $3,318 | $167,895 | $50,368 | $117,527 |
| 2019 | $3,151 | $164,604 | $49,381 | $115,223 |
| 2018 | $3,087 | $161,377 | $48,413 | $112,964 |
| 2017 | $2,955 | $158,214 | $47,464 | $110,750 |
| 2016 | $2,827 | $155,112 | $46,533 | $108,579 |
| 2015 | $2,786 | $152,782 | $45,834 | $106,948 |
| 2014 | $2,756 | $149,790 | $44,937 | $104,853 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | For Sale | $570,000 | +1.8% | $856 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Sold | $560,000 | -3.1% | $841 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/16/2023 03/16/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/08/2023 03/08/23 | For Sale | $578,000 | -- | $868 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $560,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Gift Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $115,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Individual Deed | $95,000 | North American Title Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $92,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41131329
APN: 055-1848-035-00
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