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

What is the price history for 2738 Garber St?

2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $260,000 in November 1997.

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 .

Does 2738 Garber St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA has laundry facilities.

Does 2738 Garber St have parking?

Yes, 2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

$260,000

Last sold price

1 Bed
1 Bath
700 sqft

2738 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 26, 1997 for $260,000

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	0.18	Apartment	$667,500	11/12/25	2	1	845
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA	0.39	Apartment	$4,650,000	12/10/25	2	1	700
5627 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA	1.13	Apartment	$250,000	01/29/26	2	1	3,798
2745 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA	0.03	Apartment	$982,000	03/26/26	11	11	6,127
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA	1.53	Apartment	$637,550	04/17/26	2	1	1,000
700 58th St, Oakland, CA	1.46	Apartment	$327,500	06/12/26	1	1	725
823 55th St, Oakland, CA	1.79	Apartment	$1,540,000	12/22/25	1	1	800
2005 Pleasant Valley Ave, Oakland, CA	1.86	Apartment	$320,000	08/25/26	1	1	500
6446 Colby St, Oakland, CA	0.61	Apartment	$1,950,000	08/04/26	8	8	5,513
574 66th St, Oakland, CA	0.83	Apartment	$1,300,000	12/04/25	5	5	3,692

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
2738 Garber St #2736, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	2	1	763	Off Market
2738 Garber St #4, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	2	1	1,000	Off Market
2736 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	$1,273,900	2	1	700	Off Market
2730 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,523,900	Studio	-	1,742	Off Market
2740 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,403,600	2	1	1,370	Off Market
2728 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,811,200	3	2	1,464	Off Market
2742 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,749,500	3	2	1,372	Off Market
2739 Stuart St #B, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	-	3	1	1,200	Off Market
2739 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,057,700	5	3	2,844	Off Market
2724 Garber St #B, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$1,285,000	3	1	1,010	Off Market
2726 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$718,200	2	1	870	Off Market
2735 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,763,300	3	3	2,556	Off Market
2724 Garber St #A, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$595,900	2	1	661	Off Market
2746 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,440,000	5	4	3,298	Off Market
2745 Stuart St #7, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2745 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$982,000	11	11	6,127	Recently Sold
2745 Stuart St #1, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	-	1	1	425	Off Market
2745 Stuart St #10, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	-	1	1	450	Off Market
2745 Stuart St #4, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	-	1	1	450	Off Market
2745 Stuart St #9, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	-	1	1	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Apartment

700 sqft

About this House

Rent $2495. Deposit $2495. 1-bdr. upstairs apt. in pet-negotiable charming brown shingle, above College Ave., in desirable Elmwood area of Berkeley. Full LR, full DR, small BDR, 1-Bathroom (access through bedroom), walk-in closet, kitchen. Freshly painted. Additional storage in garage. Lots of light. Gas stove. Walk to campus and Elmwood shops. Great neighborhood. On site laundry. Rented unfurnished. Pets negotiable. Year to year lease, can renew on June 1. Quiet. Beautiful garden. Trees, flowers, fountain. Two comfortable eating areas outside, one with a fire pit. Cafe lights in garden. Easy street parking. Residential area. Showing by appointment. Available now. Owner pays water and garbage. Tenant pays PGE. Applicant must have gross income three times the monthly rent, a credit score of 700 or better, and no past evictions, unlawful detainers or civil lawsuits with previous landlords.

Tenant pays for PG&E. Owner pays water & trash.

2738 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 sqft apartment in Elmwood. It last sold for $260,000 on Nov 26, 1997. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2019 with an asking price of $2,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,417/month.

Home Details for 2738 Garber St

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Garden
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Community
Units in Building: 5

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6185 sqft

Additional Information
On Site Laundry Available

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Aug 27, 2019 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$2,495
Aug 21, 2019 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$2,495 Price decreased by 6%
Aug 6, 2019 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$2,650 Price decreased by 4%
Jul 28, 2019 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$2,750 Price decreased by 4%
Jun 29, 2019 Source: N/A	Listed For Rent	$2,850
Nov 26, 1997 Source: N/A	Sold	$260,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$773,584

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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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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Frequently asked questions about 2738 Garber St

What is the price history for 2738 Garber St?
2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $260,000 in November 1997.
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.
Does 2738 Garber St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA has laundry facilities.
Does 2738 Garber St have parking?
Yes, 2738 Garber St in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.