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 $1.52M. That is down $28.33K 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 2747 College Ave #2?

The closest schools to 2747 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).

OFF MARKET

1 Bed
1 Bath
850 sqft

2747 College Ave #2, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

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	0.23	Apartment	$667,500	11/12/25	2	1	845
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA	0.40	Apartment	$4,650,000	12/10/25	2	1	700
700 58th St, Oakland, CA	1.41	Apartment	$327,500	06/12/26	1	1	725
2745 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA	0.09	Apartment	$982,000	03/26/26	11	11	6,127
2160 Vine St, Berkeley, CA	1.58	Apartment	$1,675,000	09/08/25	1	1	700
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA	1.45	Apartment	$637,550	04/17/26	2	1	1,000
5627 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA	1.11	Apartment	$250,000	01/29/26	2	1	3,798
1936 Haste St, Berkeley, CA	0.98	Apartment	$2,700,000	02/09/26	4	2	1,500
823 55th St, Oakland, CA	1.74	Apartment	$1,540,000	12/22/25	1	1	800
667 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA	0.99	Apartment	$930,000	02/02/26	4	2	1,824

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
2718 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.04	$2,829,400	4	2.5	2,578	Off Market
2722 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.05	$1,751,700	2	1.5	3,156	Off Market
2732 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.09	$2,296,500	3	2.5	2,036	Off Market
2832 Cherry St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.11	$2,090,200	3	2	1,462	Off Market
2741 Garber St #3, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.09	$899,400	1	1	1,131	Off Market
2717 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.12	$2,750,500	4	2.5	2,209	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.09	$1,909,200	5	4	2,926	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.13	$2,682,200	3	1.5	2,029	Off Market
2815 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.13	$1,973,600	3	2.5	2,032	Off Market
2799 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.12	$2,422,500	6	5	4,300	Off Market
2825 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.15	$1,546,200	2	1	1,255	Off Market
2802 Garber St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.13	$2,202,802	4	2	2,102	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2747 College Ave #2.
Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Apartment

Living Area

850 sqft

Parking

None

About this House

This unit has charm and character with lots of space and a great floor plan, which can be converted to a 2BR.
Spacious living room with brick fireplace. Large formal dining room.
Doors close off living room & dining room, so either can be used as office or 2nd BR.
Unit located in the rear of building. Very quiet.
Unit features beautiful hardwood floors, charming built-in cabinets & bookshelves, large windows. Very sunny & bright.
Large kitchen with Gas Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, and space for a dinette table.
Well-maintained 6-unit 1920's vintage building.
Bathroom has tub/shower and pedestal sink.
Large walk-in closest & ample closet space in hallway & BR. Large storage unit (8'x6') in basement available for $25/mo.
Highly desirable neighborhood: 1.5 block from Elmwood restaurants/shops; 1 block to bus stop; 5-10 min bus ride to BART; 2.5 blocks to lovely Willard Park; .5 mile to Stonewall-Panoramic hiking trail.
Very easy, plentiful street parking. Two Laundromats located just a block away.
Small communal backyard area.
No smoking in or around building.
Available May 1.
Owned/managed by husband/wife team that live in Oakland.

Owner pays for Water, Garbage & Gardening service. Deposit $3,000. 12-month lease. One (1) indoor cat okay, additional fee may apply. Sorry no dogs allowed.

2747 College Ave #2, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 850 sqft apartment in Elmwood. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2021 with an asking price of $2,395 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 27, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,876/month.

Home Details for 2747 College Ave #2

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Interior Features
Appliances & Utilities Dishwasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Garden
Parking & Garage Parking: None

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 27, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	ListingRemoved
Apr 3, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	Listed For Rent	$2,395

Additional Cost

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated July 2026

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

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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
Resident
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
Resident
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
Resident
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 2747 College Ave #2

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.
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 2747 College Ave #2?
The closest schools to 2747 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).