2946 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705
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OFF MARKET

2946 Russell St
Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood
  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,345 sqft

$3,656,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,207/mo*
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$3,656,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,207/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,345 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$3.66M
Since last month
Decreased$104K (-2.8%)
Since last year
Increased$341K (+10.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$738K (+25.2%)
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 +42% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$3.66M
July 2026$3.72M
June 2026$3.77M
May 2026$3.76M
April 2026$3.71M
March 2026$3.69M
February 2026$3.59M
January 2026$3.42M
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
2842 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
09/25/25
5
3.5
3,073
2716 Belrose Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
06/10/26
4
4
2,576
44 Oak Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,150,000
12/05/25
3
3
2,965
25 Stonewall Rd, Berkeley, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
05/14/26
3
3.5
2,284
2909 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$3,500,000
06/24/26
3
2.5
2,240
2815 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$3,525,000
08/25/25
4
4.5
3,358
2905 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$3,725,000
09/25/25
4
3.5
2,932
221 Stonewall Rd, Berkeley, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
10/21/25
4
3.5
3,634
2962 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,810,000
04/06/26
3
2.5
2,376
2964 Magnolia St, Berkeley, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$3,405,000
12/19/25
4
3.5
2,387

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
2954 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.07
$3,108,700
5
2
2,869
Off Market
2940 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.07
$4,957,400
7
4
3,717
Off Market
2935 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.04
$2,591,900
5
2.5
2,900
Off Market
2911 Claremont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.10
$1,735,800
1
1.5
2,066
Off Market
15 Claremont Cres, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.07
$2,100,000
2
2.5
1,878
Recently Sold
2946 Claremont Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.13
$3,892,700
5
4
3,379
Off Market
2926 Avalon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.12
$4,969,200
5
4
4,034
Off Market
2945 Claremont Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.16
$4,665,000
4
5.5
4,197
Off Market
22 Domingo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.14
-
15
15
14,259
Off Market
2744 Belrose Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.17
$3,896,600
4
4.5
3,385
Off Market
2848 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.13
$2,321,100
3
2
2,149
Off Market
Westview Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705
0.12
$749,000
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Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1913
Living Area
3,345 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,093
Parking
Garage

About this House

The home you will want! Very coveted location, wonderful condition, an update and sleek traditional with perfect floor plan and a south-facing garden. The moldings throughout are gorgeous, the living and dining room flow to the kitchen/family room, which opens to a sunny deck with a few steps down to the beautifully landscaped garden/lawn with fountain. Upstairs are three bedrooms including a gorgeous master suite with balcony, beautifully remodeled hall bath and a playroom/sunroom/office with a peek of SF views! A dedicated media room with built-ins, large video screen and top quality audio equipment, occupies most of this lower level, which opens to the rear garden. There is also a large laundry room and full bath. A leased solar system is in place, a 1+ garage plus tandem parking for multiple cars and a Tesla charging station. The location is superior, centrally located to the Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, hiking trails, Peets Co, bus line & BART.
2946 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,345 sqft single-family home in Elmwood, built in 1913. It last sold for $2,925,000 on Sep 8, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $3,656,900, with a rent estimate of $7,168/month.

Home Details for 2946 Russell St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric, SolarHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: StuccoGardenPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913Year Updated: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5588 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 8, 2020
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40914239
Sold
$2,925,000
Aug 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$2,695,000
Jul 28, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$2,695,000
Oct 15, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$2,200,000
Sep 26, 2008
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,950,000

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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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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    "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 2946 Russell St

  • What is 2946 Russell St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2946 Russell St in Berkeley, CA is $3,656,900.
  • What is the price history for 2946 Russell St?
    2946 Russell St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $2,925,000 in September 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.
  • Does 2946 Russell St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2946 Russell St in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 2946 Russell St?
    The lot at 2946 Russell St in Berkeley, CA is about 0.13 acres (5,663 sq ft).