NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2851 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94705

Claremont Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,623,000 - $5,047,332

6 Beds
5 Baths
4,257 Sq Ft
$1,138/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2021

Last sale price $4,795,000 $1,126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $32,505/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Monkey Island Park

About This Home

As of April 2021

In the heart of the Claremont, this spectacular top-to-bottom dwell-style remodel is a bold transformation of old + new. Designed by Dan Brunn (LA architect) for active family living, utmost comfort, understated luxury + high-tech efficiency, it combines the 1929 Walter Ratcliff stone exterior with an ultra-modern new interior. Sunny + open floor plan downstairs spans the entire length of the home w cathedral ceilings, floating walls, wide plank natural oak floors, radiant heat. In back, wall-to-wall opening w full height glass sliders creates indoor-outdoor flow. Top-of-the line finishes throughout incl. sleek chef’s kitchen w custom Poliform cabinetry, 6-burner Miele cooktop, double oven, 2 dishwashers + huge pantry. Office/guest room w full bath on entry level + private guest suite w kitchenette downstairs. 4 addl bedrooms upstairs incl. a luxurious primary suite w vaulted ceilings + office. Romantic gardens + workshop. Stunning design + utmost luxury in Berkeley’s best location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

License #01158883 Listed on: 02/25/2021

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Fernandez

Red Oak Realty License #01353359

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $68,567

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Fenced
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Utility Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by Royal Lyon
  • Elmwood Subdivision, Ultra Modern Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 53170144

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$68,567

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: Ashby>Pine>Russel
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Other
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: Royal Lyon
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Storage
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Secured, Workshop in Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Individual Rm Controls, Radiant
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7500
  • Parcel Number: 53170144
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2021
Closed on
Apr 21, 2021
Sold by
Sturdy Laela and Garlin Rachel
Bought by
Braginsky David and Area 2851 Trust
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
Buyer's Agent
Jose Fernandez
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$4,795,000
Sold Price
$4,795,000
Current Estimated Value
$4,850,894

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$55,894
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Sturdy Laela and Garlin Rachel
Bought by
Sturdy Laela and Garlin Rachel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,240,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2018
Sold by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana W
Bought by
Sturdy Laela and Garlin Rachel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,240,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana
Bought by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$860,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1999
Sold by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana W
Bought by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 1996
Sold by
Ivary Margaret A
Bought by
Goldfine Leonard and Goldfine Yana W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$289,750
Interest Rate
6%
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
Braginsky David $4,795,000 Chicago Title Company
Sturdy Laela -- Chicago Title Company
Sturdy Laela $3,337,000 Chicago Title
Goldfine Leonard -- Old Republic Title Company
Goldfine Leonard -- Old Republic Title Company
Goldfine Leonard -- --
Goldfine Leonard $579,500 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sturdy Laela $2,240,000
Previous Owner Sturdy Laela $2,470,166
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $250,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $1,186,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $100,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $858,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $858,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $250,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $860,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $860,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $850,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $175,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $462,000
Previous Owner Goldfine Leonard $289,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $4,795,000 -- --
04/30/2021 04/30/21 Sold $4,795,000 0.0% $1,126 / Sq Ft
04/05/2021 04/05/21 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 For Sale $4,795,000 -- $1,126 / 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 $68,567 $5,190,203 $1,557,061 $3,633,142
2024 $68,567 $5,088,453 $1,526,536 $3,561,917
2023 $67,229 $4,988,717 $1,496,615 $3,492,102
2022 $66,470 $4,890,900 $1,467,270 $3,423,630
2021 $51,211 $3,530,978 $1,031,693 $2,499,285
2020 $48,638 $3,403,740 $1,021,122 $2,382,618
2019 $47,199 $3,337,000 $1,001,100 $2,335,900
2018 $16,594 $846,051 $253,888 $592,163
2017 $16,023 $829,466 $248,911 $580,555
2016 $15,364 $813,206 $244,032 $569,174
2015 $15,106 $800,996 $240,368 $560,628
2014 $14,854 $785,308 $235,660 $549,648
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Colette Ford

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Colette Ford

    (510) 823-5735

    12 in this area

    135 Total Sales

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  • Anja Plowright

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Anja Plowright

    (510) 593-8376

    22 in this area

    194 Total Sales

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  • Jose Fernandez

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Jose Fernandez

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 882-3558

    3 in this area

    84 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40938076

bridgeMLS

APN: 053-1701-044-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Claremont

2851 Russell St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2851 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 25 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $4,843,111, approximately $1,137 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 2851 Russell St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including John Muir Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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