2608 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705
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OFF MARKET

2608 Russell St
Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,491 sqft

$1,775,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,924/mo*
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$1,775,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,924/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,491 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.78M
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$38K (+2.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$166K (+10.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -2% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.77M
July 2026$1.78M
June 2026$1.79M
May 2026$1.8M
April 2026$1.75M
March 2026$1.78M
February 2026$1.77M
January 2026$1.7M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020

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
2636 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA
0.50
Multi-Family Home
$2,050,000
02/02/26
3
3
2,273
2410 Stuart St #A, Berkeley, CA
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
09/29/25
4
4
2,700
3037 College Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.28
Multi-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/04/26
7
4
3,081
2417 Webster St, Berkeley, CA
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$1,775,000
12/18/25
5
4
3,250
2319 Ward St, Berkeley, CA
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$885,000
04/03/26
4
4
2,578
20 Oakvale Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.53
Multi-Family Home
$2,700,000
11/07/25
4
4
2,615
2415 Blake St, Berkeley, CA
0.50
Multi-Family Home
$1,200,000
03/06/26
3
3
1,448
6608 Dana St, Oakland, CA
0.42
Multi-Family Home
$775,000
05/08/26
5
3
3,055
6456 Hillegass Ave, Oakland, CA
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$2,100,000
09/17/25
7
4
2,756
3038 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.69
Multi-Family Home
$1,000,000
11/26/25
3
3
2,057

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
2908 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.03
$2,021,600
Studio
4
4,380
Off Market
2900 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.03
$2,421,800
5
3
2,407
Off Market
2838 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.04
$2,659,300
4
2
3,372
Off Market
2830 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.05
$3,470,000
4
3
2,919
Off Market
2915 Benvenue Ave #C, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.06
$999,000
2
2
1,608
For Sale
2520 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.05
$2,845,000
5
4
3,381
Recently Sold
2910 Hillegass Ave #1, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.05
$630,300
1
1
638
Off Market
2638 Russell St #1, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.07
$681,400
1
1
685
Off Market
2830 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.07
$2,650,000
4
2.5
2,825
Recently Sold
2933 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.08
$2,674,500
4
3
2,056
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.08
$2,622,000
3
1.5
2,029
Off Market
2525 Ashby Ave #1, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.08
$619,800
1
1
853
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2608 Russell St.
  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1923
Living Area
2,491 sqft
Price/Sqft
$713
Parking
Garage

About this House

Two historic homes, studio & two-car garage on one lot in Elmwood. Multi-family Golden Duplex w/3 structures: front house (2608 Russell St) back house (2610) & studio on big lot. Stunning wood floors, abundant light/gorgeous windows throughout both spacious houses. Perfect for co-op or in-law living.

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Video here: vimeo.com/468430307

-- 2610, house built 1906, is 2bed/2bath. Upper bedroom is large w/en suite bath. Lower bedroom has courtyard entrance & door to bath – perfect therapist ofc setup. Large living & dining rooms, galley kitchen w/skylights, lots of storage.

-- 2608, house built 1939, is 1bed/1bath. Large living room, large bedroom w/walk-in closet. Dining nook, California cooler, lemon tree outside kitchen door. Could convert to 2/1 or 3/2.

-- Studio (carriage house) is perfect Zoom room or home office, has W/D hookups, tons of options.

-- Attached 2-car garage wired for EV charging.

-- Grounds fully fenced, low-water landscaped, drip irrigation, 2 courtyards & more. 1 block to College Ave dining & transit.
2608 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,491 sqft multi-family in Elmwood, built in 1923. It last sold for $1,600,000 on Dec 29, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,775,600, with a rent estimate of $5,691/month.

Home Details for 2608 Russell St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Master BathCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Softwood, Other, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Shingle, WoodGardenPatioPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Craftsman

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4700 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 29, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,600,000
Oct 10, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,725,000

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.52M
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
130.6%
2.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$967
$12MoM
Available listings
116
23MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Elmwood
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What Locals Say about Elmwood

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.
    "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
    "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
    "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
    "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
    "Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Frequently asked questions about 2608 Russell St

  • What is 2608 Russell St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2608 Russell St in Berkeley, CA is $1,775,600.
  • What is the price history for 2608 Russell St?
    2608 Russell St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,600,000 in December 2020.
  • 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 $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.

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