Is Elmwood, Berkeley, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Elmwood, Berkeley, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 96% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Elmwood, Berkeley, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Would people walk alone at night in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Elmwood, Berkeley, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say kids play outside

Does Elmwood, Berkeley, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say streets are well-lit

Is parking easy in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Elmwood, Berkeley, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Elmwood, Berkeley, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say there are community events

Is a car needed in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 22% of users say car is needed

Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?

Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Berkeley?

The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.49M. That is down $4.17K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Elmwood neighborhood?

Residents describe the Elmwood neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Elmwood, Berkeley .

What are the closest schools to 2438 Woolsey St?

The closest schools to 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).

Does 2438 Woolsey St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

Does 2438 Woolsey St have parking?

Yes, 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

Studio
1 Bath
272 sqft

2438 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2632 Warring St, Berkeley, CA	0.75	Apartment	$667,500	11/12/25	2	1	845
6446 Colby St, Oakland, CA	0.05	Apartment	$1,950,000	08/04/26	8	8	5,513
700 58th St, Oakland, CA	0.90	Apartment	$327,500	06/12/26	1	1	725
5627 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA	0.64	Apartment	$250,000	01/29/26	2	1	3,798
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA	0.92	Apartment	$4,650,000	12/10/25	2	1	700
574 66th St, Oakland, CA	0.31	Apartment	$1,300,000	12/04/25	5	5	3,692
2180 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA	0.39	Apartment	$2,060,000	12/05/25	16	16	6,912
823 55th St, Oakland, CA	1.22	Apartment	$1,540,000	12/22/25	1	1	800
6563 Shattuck Ave, Oakland, CA	0.52	Apartment	$1,350,000	02/20/26	8	8	3,432
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA	1.20	Apartment	$637,550	04/17/26	2	1	1,000

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
2431 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$1,664,900	7	2	1,922	Off Market
2425 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,290,800	3	2	1,923	Off Market
6458 Colby St, Oakland, CA 94618	0.02	$2,297,300	4	2	2,000	Off Market
6458 Colby St #A, Oakland, CA 94618	0.02	-	1	1	500	Off Market
6458 Colby St #C, Oakland, CA 94618	0.02	-	Studio	1	400	Off Market
6458 Colby St #B, Oakland, CA 94618	0.02	$1,670,100	2	1	-	Off Market
2435 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$1,825,300	6	2	2,500	Off Market
2421 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$1,847,400	4	2	2,695	Off Market
3100 Colby St, Oakland, CA 94705	0.02	$3,546,700	4	5.5	3,371	Off Market
2436 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$1,937,700	3	3	1,787	Off Market
2439 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$1,883,500	5	2	1,690	Off Market
2417 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$2,184,300	3	2	2,237	Off Market
3100 Colby St, Berkeley, CA 94609	0.03	$4,294,600	4	6.5	3,371	Off Market
6456 Colby St, Oakland, CA 94618	0.03	$2,084,300	3	2	1,848	Off Market
2464 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$1,826,000	3	1.5	1,600	Off Market
2420 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$2,022,700	Studio	-	1,978	Off Market
2420 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$1,209,600	Studio	-	-	Off Market
2462 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$2,192,300	4	3	1,856	Off Market
2466 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$1,600,000	3	1	1,352	Off Market
2415 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.04	$2,510,700	4	2	2,597	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Apartment

272 sqft

About this House

What's unique:Shared backyardNatural lightPatio

Studio plus large loft - in-law unit in beautiful neighborhood built in 2019!

Washer/dryer, dishwasher, range/oven/ microwave, etc. all new in 2019. Prime location on tree-lined street of California Craftsman homes walk to College Avenue shops and restaurants in the Elmwood and Rockridge, as well as Whole Foods, and Safeway. Close to several bus lines, Ashby BART, Rockridge BART, Trader Joe's, and Cal campus. Easy access to Hwy. 24 and designated bike routes to Cal, Downtown Berkeley, Downtown Oakland.

Excellent natural light, views of trees and shared backyard patio. Entrance opens onto patio. Natural stone countertops, peninsula dining area, built-in microwave, full-size refrigerator, Amana cooktop/oven, dishwasher. Stacked washer/dryer in unit. Natural maple library ladder to loft. Ground floor: 272 square feet. Loft: 80 square feet.

Off-street parking negotiable. Resident street parking controlled by city permit (non-residents are limited to 2 hours).

We will check landlord references, current employment and income, eviction history, and credit.

Rent includes gas/electric, water/sewer, garbage utilities. Lease duration is negotiable.

2438 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 272 sqft apartment in Elmwood. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2021 with an asking price of $1,595 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 21, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,970/month.

Home Details for 2438 Woolsey St

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Interior Features
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 21, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	ListingRemoved
Nov 8, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	Listed For Rent	$1,595
Mar 2, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Dec 12, 2020 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$1,595 Price decreased by 3%
Dec 1, 2020 Source: N/A	Listed For Rent	$1,650

Additional Cost

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$1.49M

$4.17KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

129.6%

0.9%MoM

Price per sq ft

$963

$0MoM

Available listings

120

3MoM

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What Locals Say about Elmwood

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83% say there are sidewalks
72% say there's holiday spirit
53% say neighbors are friendly

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At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say it's dog friendly
96 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
90 % Say people would walk alone at night
83 % Say there are sidewalks
75 % Say kids play outside
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
68 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say parking is easy
57 % Say yards are well-kept
54 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say there's wildlife
38 % Say there are community events
22 % Say car is needed

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Tiger S.
Resident
6y ago
"Lived here for 10 years, I have lovely neighbors and we have everything right around the corner in a short walking distance from grocery stores to cafes, restaurants and boutiques. Very beautiful and convenient neighborhood "
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Planey221
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7y ago
"I love the walkability of the neighborhood. It’s clean and quiet with a neighborly feel. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else."
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Charles C
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7y ago
"They are block Parkes every so often. The school is a community magnet. And most of my local neighbors talk about community life."
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Richard
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7y ago
"Terrible I have to drive the bay bridge mon-fri. On a good day my 10 mile drive is about 45-60 minutes. A lot of times it can be 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours to go 10 miles"
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Geofrost
15y ago
"Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Frequently asked questions about 2438 Woolsey St

Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Berkeley?
The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.49M. That is down $4.17K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Elmwood neighborhood?
Residents describe the Elmwood neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Elmwood, Berkeley.
What are the closest schools to 2438 Woolsey St?
The closest schools to 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).
Does 2438 Woolsey St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
Does 2438 Woolsey St have parking?
Yes, 2438 Woolsey St in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.