NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2638 Russell St Unit 2 Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $699,000 - $749,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
685 Sq Ft
$350/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 26, 2020

Last sale price $660,000 $964 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,205/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Stone Countertops
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A

About This Home

As of June 2020

Elmwood Condo with the feel of a traditional home. This 4 unit building is a short half block to College Ave where you can enjoy all the amenities and ambiance that the street has to offer. Diverse ethnic restaurants and shops are close by for you to enjoy. Living room has a fireplace and an artfully concealed nook that can be used as an home office for those who work from home. Kitchen with its cheery breakfast nook has been updated but the charm of yesteryear remains. Living room and bedroom have matchstick hardwood floors. Large bedroom closet and additional hall storage.This unit has central heating and a large shared sundeck and carport. Shared landry in basement with additional storage and even a place for your bikes. Offers due Tuesday, June 2 at 4 pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randa Peterson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01124196 Listed on: 05/26/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

JENNIFER CORD

Bhg Re Reliance Partners License #01352129

Bhg Re Reliance Partners

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,113

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 4,356

HOA Fees

  • $350 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, trash, water/sewer
  • Elmwood Subdivision

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,113

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$350 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Elmwood
  • Directions: Ashby/Benvenue/Russell
  • Architectural Style: None
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee: 350
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4446

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2020
Closed on
Jun 19, 2020
Sold by
Driscoll Tara
Bought by
Ormerod Lisa Allison
Seller's Agent
Randa Peterson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
JENNIFER CORD
Bhg Re Reliance Partners
List Price
$645,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
2.33%
Current Estimated Value
$729,977

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$69,977
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.03%
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Outstanding Balance
$438,263
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$291,714

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2006
Sold by
Vanbuskirk Kathryn
Bought by
Driscoll Tara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money 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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ormerod Lisa Allison $660,000 Chicago Title Company
Driscoll Tara $435,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ormerod Lisa Allison $488,000
Previous Owner Driscoll Tara $281,000
Previous Owner Driscoll Tara $340,000
Previous Owner Driscoll Tara $348,000
Previous Owner Vanbuskirk Kathryn $77,000
Previous Owner Vanbuskirk Kathryn $74,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $660,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $660,000 -- --
06/26/2020 06/26/20 Sold $660,000 +2.3% $964 / Sq Ft
06/03/2020 06/03/20 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2020 05/26/20 For Sale $645,000 -- $942 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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
2024 $10,113 $700,644 $212,293 $495,351
2023 $9,910 $693,771 $208,131 $485,640
2022 $9,753 $673,168 $204,050 $476,118
2021 $9,788 $659,837 $200,051 $466,786
2020 $7,782 $532,870 $159,861 $373,009
2019 $7,515 $522,425 $156,727 $365,698
2018 $7,395 $512,185 $153,655 $358,530
2017 $7,128 $502,145 $150,643 $351,502
2016 $6,921 $492,301 $147,690 $344,611
2015 $6,832 $484,911 $145,473 $339,438
2014 $6,228 $430,000 $129,000 $301,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Randa Peterson

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • JENNIFER CORD

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    JENNIFER CORD

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners

    (510) 599-1751

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    JENNIFER CORD
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40906017

bridgeMLS

APN: 052-1568-037-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Elmwood

2638 Russell St Unit 2, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2638 Russell St Unit 2, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 26 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $729,977, approximately $1,065 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 2638 Russell St Unit 2 is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Emerson Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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