NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2638 Russell St Unit 3 Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $687,427 - $820,000

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

Last Sold July 07, 2020

Last sale price $720,000 $1,029 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,125/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Skylights
  • Tile Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2020

Top 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

Kristi Roberts

Red Oak Realty License #01472139 Listed on: 05/29/2020

Red Oak Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Remy Weinstein

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01815926

Kw Advisors East Bay

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,291

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$350 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Elmwood
  • Directions: Benvenue then east on Russell
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Linoleum, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Insert
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee: 350
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 510-000-0000
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Reserves, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4446
  • 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
$741,607

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,607
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.28%
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
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
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

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 $10,291 $772,341 $233,802 $545,539
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

    (510) 388-5588

    3 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Kristi Roberts
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Remy Weinstein

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 775-1079

    1 in this area

    127 Total Sales

    Remy Weinstein
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40906410

bridgeMLS

APN: 052-1568-038-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Elmwood

2638 Russell St Unit 3, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2638 Russell St Unit 3, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 29 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $741,607, approximately $1,059 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 2638 Russell St Unit 3 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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