2638 Russell St Unit 3 Berkeley, CA 94705
Elmwood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $742,000 - $788,624
1
Bed
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
$350/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Skylights
- Tile Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2020Top Floor Condo in 1927 Elmwood Showcase Building. Exceptionally well located in the heart of it all...just a half block to shops and restaurants in one of the oldest commercial districts of Berkeley. Lovely old details combined with fresh modern updates create an eclectic aesthetic for a relaxing and cozy environment. A bonus nook expands this unit's living room space with a vaulted ceiling and skylight that is grounded with original matchstick hardwood floors. Updated Gas Fireplace. Original glass door knobs, wood-pane windows, and a cute phone cubby call back time. A massive shared deck is right outside the back kitchen door...to facilitate BBQ, or a daily dose of vitamin D. Other conveniences include: Large Enclosed Walk-In Basement Storage & a Carport Parking Space (should you ever want to leave.) Near buses, BART, U.C., and hiking. By appointment only.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01472139 Listed on: 05/29/2020
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,291
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 4,356
HOA Fees
- $350 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, reserves, trash, water/sewer
- Association Phone (510) 000-0000
- Elmwood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 52156838
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2020
Closed on
Jun 26, 2020
Sold by
Stadler Sarah and Cowan Sarah
Bought by
Chou Christine
Seller's Agent
Kristi Roberts
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Remy Weinstein
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$655,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
9.92%
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
$38,156
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.04%
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 2014
Sold by
Henik Erika and Zeltzer Amihai
Bought by
Stadler Sarah and The Carol & Henry Stadler Irre
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2012
Sold by
Henik Erika and Zeltzer Amihai
Bought by
Henik Erika and Zeltzer Amihai
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2004
Sold by
Ching Gregory
Bought by
Henik Erika
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$271,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chou Christine | $720,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Stadler Sarah | $538,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Henik Erika | -- | Orange Coast Title | |
| Henik Erika | $371,500 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chou Christine | $544,395 | |
| Closed | Chou Christine | $47,459 | |
| Closed | Chou Christine | $576,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Henik Erika | $240,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Henik Erika | $255,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Henik Erika | $271,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ching Gregory M | $224,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ching Gregory M | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $720,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $720,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2020 07/07/20 | Sold | $720,000 | +9.9% | $1,029 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2020 06/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | For Sale | $655,000 | -- | $936 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,291 | $715,500 | $216,750 | $505,750 |
| 2023 | $10,577 | $749,087 | $224,726 | $524,361 |
| 2022 | $10,414 | $727,400 | $220,320 | $514,080 |
| 2021 | $10,453 | $713,000 | $216,000 | $504,000 |
| 2020 | $8,578 | $591,218 | $177,365 | $413,853 |
| 2019 | $8,298 | $579,630 | $173,889 | $405,741 |
| 2018 | $8,170 | $568,267 | $170,480 | $397,787 |
| 2017 | $7,880 | $557,125 | $167,137 | $389,988 |
| 2016 | $7,662 | $546,204 | $163,861 | $382,343 |
| 2015 | $7,566 | $538,000 | $161,400 | $376,600 |
| 2014 | $6,221 | $422,413 | $126,724 | $295,689 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kristi Roberts
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kristi Roberts
Red Oak Realty
4 in this area
35 Total Sales
-
Remy Weinstein
R
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Remy Weinstein
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
2 in this area
140 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40906410
APN: 052-1568-038-00
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