NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2601 College Ave Unit 301 Berkeley, CA 94704

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $685,277 - $712,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
861 Sq Ft
$813/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 22, 2025

Last sale price $703,000 $816 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $5,228/month

About This Home

Bright & serene Top-Floor Condo in Berkeley’s Coveted Elmwood District. Welcome to this light-filled, top-floor gem tucked in the heart of Berkeley’s historic and tree-lined Elmwood neighborhood. Freshly updated with brand-new carpet and crisp, modern paint, this quiet retreat boasts an upgraded kitchen and two refreshed bathrooms—ready for you to move right in! Location is everything, and this one is unbeatable: just five blocks from the UC Berkeley campus and a short stroll to Elmwood’s charming shops, cafes, and restaurants. La Mediterranee, Baker's and Common for a nostalgic burger and soda fountain, or Donato & Co for Italian. Julia Morgan Theatre is a block away. Whether you’re heading to class, catching a show, or grabbing coffee, it's all within reach.Walk Score is 92. Perfect as a primary residence or an investment opportunity, this condo offers a rare combination of location, comfort, and value in one of Berkeley’s most beloved neighborhoods.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2025
Closed on
Sep 5, 2025
Sold by
Fang Yu And Chupei Feng Trust and Yu Fang
Bought by
Liu Ziqi
Seller's Agent
Nora Wong
Re/max Accord
Buyer's Agent
Tie Liu
Legend Realty & Finance Group
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$703,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,000
-5.64%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$700,069

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2020
Sold by
Yu Edward J
Bought by
Yu Fang and Feng Chupei

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2020
Sold by
Yu Fang and Feng Chupei
Bought by
Yu Fang and Feng Chupei

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2013
Sold by
Gagan Gulamfarook
Bought by
Yu Edward J and Feng Chupei

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2007
Sold by
Yan Karen M and Grochowski Chad P
Bought by
Gagan Gulamfarook

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$381,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2004
Sold by
Ikeda Ken and Ikeda Vickie K
Bought by
Grochowski Chad P and Yan Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$327,750
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 1997
Sold by
Jue Jaime G and Jue Renata M
Bought by
Ikeda Ken and Ikeda Vickie K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
7.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 1997
Sold by
Jue Joseph G
Bought by
Jue Rita M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
7.83%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Liu Ziqi $703,000 Chicago Title
Yu Fang -- None Available
Yu Fang -- None Available
Yu Edward J $439,000 Chicago Title Company
Gagan Gulamfarook $508,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Grochowski Chad P $437,000 Old Republic Title Co Montcl
Ikeda Ken $187,000 Placer Title Company
Jue Rita M -- Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gagan Gulamfarook $381,000
Previous Owner Grochowski Chad P $327,750
Previous Owner Ikeda Ken $149,600
Closed Grochowski Chad P $65,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Sold $703,000 -3.6% $816 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $729,000 -2.1% $847 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 For Sale $745,000 -- $865 / Sq Ft

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 $8,120 $531,130 $161,439 $376,691
2024 $8,120 $520,580 $158,274 $369,306
2023 $7,949 $517,238 $155,171 $362,067
2022 $7,807 $500,097 $152,129 $354,968
2021 $7,824 $490,158 $149,147 $348,011
2020 $7,421 $492,061 $147,618 $344,443
2019 $7,144 $482,416 $144,725 $337,691
2018 $7,025 $472,960 $141,888 $331,072
2017 $6,769 $463,688 $139,106 $324,582
2016 $6,557 $454,597 $136,379 $318,218
2015 $6,470 $447,770 $134,331 $313,439
2014 $6,515 $439,000 $131,700 $307,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Nora Wong

    RE/MAX

    (510) 680-9308

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Nora Wong
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  • Tie Liu

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Tie Liu

    Legend Realty & Finance Group

    (415) 999-1382

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Tie Liu
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California Alameda County Berkeley 94704 Elmwood

2601 College Ave Unit 301, Berkeley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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