2946 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
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OFF MARKET

$5,603,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,935 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

2946 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood
Est. Refi. Payment $36,109/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 3, 2020 for $4,100,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$5.6M
Since last month
Increased$136K (+2.5%)
Since last year
Increased$391K (+7.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+36.7%)
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 increased by +43% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$5.6M
August 2026$5.47M
July 2026$5.63M
June 2026$5.81M
May 2026$5.65M
April 2026$5.63M
March 2026$5.65M
February 2026$5.35M
January 2026$5.29M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.18
Single-Family Home
$6,700,000
03/13/26
5
5
4,850
0.26
Single-Family Home
$4,060,000
04/06/26
4
3.5
4,097
0.29
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
10/21/25
4
3.5
3,634
0.48
Single-Family Home
$3,050,000
12/10/25
4
4
3,674
0.52
Single-Family Home
$4,141,800
09/15/26
4
4
3,186
0.20
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
05/14/26
3
3.5
2,284
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
06/10/26
4
4
2,576
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
01/02/26
5
4
4,742
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
05/07/26
4
3.5
3,590
0.69
Single-Family Home
$2,910,000
02/13/26
5
4.5
5,000

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
0.02
$3,177,900
5
2
2,869
Off Market
0.03
$5,095,000
7
4
3,717
Off Market
0.09
$3,171,400
5
2.5
2,900
Off Market
0.11
$1,774,500
1
1.5
2,066
Off Market
0.13
$2,100,000
2
2.5
1,878
Recently Sold
0.07
$3,945,400
5
4
3,379
Off Market
0.10
$5,473,800
5
4
4,034
Off Market
0.10
$4,737,600
4
5.5
4,197
Off Market
0.18
-
15
15
14,259
Off Market
0.11
$3,866,200
4
4.5
3,385
Off Market
0.11
$3,795,000
4
3
4,088
For Sale
0.14
$2,339,800
3
2
2,149
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1914
0.25 acre lot
5,935 sqft
$944/sqft
Garage

About this House

Stately 1914 home on the market for the first time in 58 years. Its location, history & beauty are unparalleled. Expansive rooms, gorgeous wood floors throughout, exquisite details, elegant moldings, gracious windows that flood the home with light, high ceilings, a classic floorplan & a feeling of a bygone glamor define this classic Italianate villa, modeled after a Pasadena Mansion. Grand public spaces in addition to the LR & DR include a handsome library w/arched full-length doors & built-in writing desk, a family room w/a beautifully carved mantle & Craftsman tile fireplace, a sitting room bathed in light & an attic with skylight. The welcoming grand foyer has warm wood paneling, exquisite moldings, high ceilings & beautiful beveled glass multi-pane doors to the living & dining rooms. It has a private backyard w/sunken lawn area next to the 2 car garage which has 2 sets of double doors. Close to UCB, the entrance to 13 & 24 freeways, BART & the amenities of Elmwood & Rockridge.
2946 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,935 sqft single-family home in Elmwood, built in 1914. It last sold for $4,100,000 on Dec 3, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $5,603,300.

Home Details for 2946 Avalon Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: RadiantHeating Fuel: Radiant
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 17Types of Rooms: Family Room, Laundry Room, Library
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: StuccoGardenLawnPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Carport, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1914Year Updated: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10798 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 3, 2020
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40925361
Sold
$4,100,000
Oct 30, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$3,830,000
Oct 15, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$3,830,000

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.49M
$4.17K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
129.6%
0.9%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$963
$0
MoM
Available listings
120
3
MoM

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.
    "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 "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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"
  • Geofrost
    "Best place for families in Berkeley"

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Frequently asked questions about 2946 Avalon Ave

  • What is 2946 Avalon Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2946 Avalon Ave in Berkeley, CA is $5,603,300.
  • What is the price history for 2946 Avalon Ave?
    2946 Avalon Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $4,100,000 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 $1.49M. That is down $4.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 2946 Avalon Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2946 Avalon Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 2946 Avalon Ave?
    The lot at 2946 Avalon Ave in Berkeley, CA is about 0.25 acres (10,890 sq ft).

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