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 2801 College Ave?

2801 College Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $977,000 in July 2010.

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 $1.45M. That is down $36K 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 2801 College Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2801 College Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$977,000

Last sold price

1 Bed
1 Bath
470 sqft

2801 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 2, 2010 for $977,000

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	0.26	Apartment	$667,500	11/12/25	2	1	845
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA	1.45	Apartment	$637,550	04/17/26	2	1	1,000
823 55th St, Oakland, CA	1.70	Apartment	$1,540,000	12/22/25	1	1	800
5627 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA	1.06	Apartment	$250,000	01/29/26	2	1	3,798
6446 Colby St, Oakland, CA	0.53	Apartment	$1,950,000	08/04/26	8	8	5,513
2745 Stuart St, Berkeley, CA	0.09	Apartment	$982,000	03/26/26	11	11	6,127
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA	0.45	Apartment	$4,650,000	12/10/25	2	1	700
2005 Pleasant Valley Ave, Oakland, CA	1.81	Apartment	$320,000	08/25/26	1	1	500
2410 Dana St, Berkeley, CA	0.63	Apartment	$2,250,000	12/12/25	6	7	5,846
2172 Blake St, Berkeley, CA	0.71	Apartment	$2,800,000	07/09/26	18	10	6,902

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	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
2801 College Ave #21, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	365	Off Market
2801 College Ave #20, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	365	Off Market
2801 College Ave #8, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	350	Off Market
2801 College Ave #15, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	320	Off Market
2801 College Ave #4, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #19, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	260	Off Market
2801 College Ave #1, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	320	Off Market
2801 College Ave #12, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #9, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #14, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #16, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #7, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #5, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #6, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	Studio	1	260	Off Market
2801 College Ave #10, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	470	Off Market
2801 College Ave #3, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	470	Off Market
2801 College Ave #2, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #11, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #18, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	460	Off Market
2801 College Ave #17, Berkeley, CA 94705	-	1	1	470	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Apartment

Built in 1957

470 sqft

About this House

Awesome 1 bedroom / 1 bath apartment on College Avenue. Berkeley
Property Address: 2801 College Avenue located in Elmwood (neighborhood) Close to UC Berkeley. 19 unit Gated building with one available 1 BR / 1BA unit available for move in Mid-March 2022 Unit has well maintained appliances. Hardwood floor in living area and carpet in bedroom 2nd floor corner unit in back of building (3 floor building) The property is located on one of the best streets in Berkeley. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants of Berkeley neighborhoods, and a short walk to UC Berkeley. -No Pets (service animals are an exception) -Laundry on-site (Runs as both electronic pay through an app or coin operated) -On-site manager -Water, garbage and solar heating for water included

Pets are allowed
6 months lease
Owner pays water & garbage.
Renters insurance required
Security deposit: 1.5 monthly rent.
Good rental history.

2801 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 470 sqft apartment in Elmwood, built in 1957. It last sold for $977,000 on Jul 2, 2010. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2020 with an asking price of $1,895 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 19, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,582/month.

Home Details for 2801 College Ave

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details Additional StorageStorage
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Parking: None

Community
Units in Building: 18

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7361 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 19, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,850
Jan 14, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$1,850 Price decreased by 2%
Jan 8, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,895
Oct 24, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,850
Oct 8, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$1,995 Price decreased by 13%
Sep 24, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$2,295 Price decreased by 6%
Sep 18, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$2,450
Jul 2, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$977,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$3,131,738

Additional Cost

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated September 2026

Avg. sale price

$1.45M

$36KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

128.3%

1.3%MoM

Price per sq ft

$947

$16MoM

Available listings

139

18MoM

Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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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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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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"Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Frequently asked questions about 2801 College Ave

What is the price history for 2801 College Ave?
2801 College Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $977,000 in July 2010.
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 $1.45M. That is down $36K 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 2801 College Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2801 College Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.