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$2,845,000
● House - Off Market

2520 Russell St

Berkeley, CA 94705
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 2 Half Baths
square feet
3,381 Ft²
$13,724
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Stately and iconic, this historic 5+BR/4BA Elmwood Edwardian occupies a coveted corner lot just blocks from College Avenue. Distinguished by elegant, rounded windows that flood the home with natural light, the residence blends timeless architectural beauty with sophisticated modern updates. A dramatic entry opens to a grand foyer with coat closet and powder room, leading to a gracious living room with high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, fireplace, and beveled glass windows. A formal dining room with oversized windows and original pocket doors sets the stage for memorable entertaining. The beautifully remodeled chef's kitchen features Carrara marble counters, premium appliances, double ovens, an extra-tall refrigerator, abundant storage, and a generous eat-in area. Upstairs, a luxurious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and spa-like bath with steam shower and skylights. Two additional bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a conveniently located laundry complete the level. A spacious family room or office with floor-to-ceiling windows opens to a deck for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The top floor offers a flexible guest/exercise space with skylights and Bay glimpses. A separate guest suite with full bath and private garden entry provides ideal accommodations. Surrounded by mature gardens and featuring extensive system upgrades, including newer foundation, electrical, and plumbing, this exceptional home offers timeless elegance in one of Berkeley's most sought-after neighborhoods just moments to shops, dining, trails, and commute options. Elmwood living at its finest! BESO Score 2
Unit Size
3,381 Ft²
Days on Market
45 days
Land Size
0.08 acres
Price per sqft
$827
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1902

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Last updated: 5 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41132292)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jun 12, 2026 Sold
Sold
May 30, 2026 In contract -
In contract
May 20, 2026 Price Decreased $2,795,000
↓ $200K (6.7%)
Price Decreased
Apr 28, 2026 Listed by The Grubb Co. Inc. $2,995,000
Listed by The Grubb Co. Inc.

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1902
  • Effective Year Built: 1912
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 16
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 8
  • Basement Area: 456
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3,630
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,200
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 300
  • Total Building Area: 3,264
  • Gross Building Area: 456
  • Building Area: 2,808
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,808
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: BERRY BANGS MAP 2
  • Land Acres: 0000000083
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00004 BLK: AR: 0052 PAGE: 1570

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 423601

Zoning

  • Zoning: R2

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 4-C2
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 2
  • Parcel: 52-1570-4
  • Block: M
  • Lot: 1
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8579
  • Longitude: -122.256

    Address

  • Full Address: 2520 Russell St
  • Address - House Number: 2520
  • Address - Street Name: Russell
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C001
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2108
  • Zip Code: 94705

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,234,576
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2111
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 71
  • Final Value: 1,957,261
  • High Value: 2,370,545
  • Low Value: 1,543,977

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $503,579
  • Assessed Land Value: $112,591
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $397,988

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 2520 Russell Street built and last sold?
The property at 2520 Russell Street was built in 1902 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 2520 Russell Street is $2,822,950.
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