2950 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94705
FOR RENT
FURNISHED

2950 Russell St
Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,832 sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown

$8,250/mo

$12,375 deposit, available 7/1

$8,250/mo

$12,375 deposit, avail. 7/1
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,832 sqft

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Description

Comfortable and spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath furnished home in fantastic Elmwood location, available July 1st, 2026 for a 1 year lease.

This is a classic 3-level craftsman with large rooms and big windows, full of vintage touches and modern conveniences. The front door opens into a central foyer with the staircase to the upper level, and a powder room tucked in underneath. On the left is a large living room with a decorative fireplace, flanked by original built-ins. To the right is the formal dining room with another wall of lovely original built-in cabinetry. The large, updated kitchen is off the dining room, with great cabinet and counter space and high end stainless steel appliances. At the rear of the kitchen is a stacked HE washer/dryer, a breakfast nook, and a cozy den/TV room. French doors off the kitchen lead to a back deck set up for outdoor dining.

Stairs off the kitchen lead down to the lower level, which functions as a self-contained private suite with access to the backyard. There is a large common area and a private bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. It's an ideal setup for visiting in-laws, a live-in nanny, a dedicated workspace or gym, or a noisy playroom. The lower level has a large deck with patio furniture that leads out to a large, grassy backyard, with plenty of room to play.

The upper level of the house has 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom with shower over tub. The front bedroom is the largest, and is currently set up as a shared children's bedroom with two twin beds and lots of sunshine. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed and desk, with french doors that open out to a nice upstairs deck. The third bedroom has a king size bed, with an attached home office/sun room that also opens out to the upstairs deck.

The house has forced heat and air conditioning (!!) via a newly installed electric heat pump. There's an EV charger in the driveway and a detached garage for extra bike and gear storage.
The owner is highly allergic so unfortunately - no animals can be considered.

Unbeatable location, just 2 blocks off College Ave. and all its great shops and restaurants. 4 blocks from both John Muir and Emerson elementary schools. 2 blocks to tennis and massages at the Claremont Hotel, and directly in between two of Berkeley's most exciting and popular bakeries: Fournee and Nabalom. This is the famed Russell Street Halloween Block (decorations included in rental) so plan on lots of visitors on October 31.

Here are some of the amazing features of this home:
Air Conditioning
EV Charger
Hardwood Floors
Garage Storage
Furnished
Lower level au pair set-up

Available July 1st for a 1 year lease term (no renewal offered)
Tenant responsible for all utilities
Sorry, no animals! The owner is highly allergic and this is a furnished rental.

Private showings available by appointment only.
Email us for a virtual tour and tell us a bit about yourself!

Sierra Anaya, DRE #02127971
AndreaRentals: The Rental Concierge for Owners and Renters

Available July 1st for a 1 year lease term (no renewal offered)
Tenant responsible for all utilities
Sorry, no animals! The owner is highly allergic and this is a furnished rental.

Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
Base rent
$8,250/mo
Required one-time fees
Security deposit
$12,375
Application fee
$45
Administrative fee
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Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Home Highlights

Pets
No
Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
Utilities
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Listed
9 days ago

Details for 2950 Russell St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Days on Market

Days on Market: 9 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: Jul 1stDeposit: $12,375

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached Off Street, On Site

Price History for 2950 Russell St

DatePriceEventSource
04/28/2026$8,250Listed For RentZillow Rentals
12/10/2020$2,555,000Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40927514
11/12/2020$1,950,000PendingAgent Provided
10/30/2020$1,950,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Neighborhood Overview

Elmwood
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What Locals Say about Elmwood

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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 there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 56 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % 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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  • 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."
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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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Sierra Anaya
2950 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,832 sqft single-family home. 2950 Russell St is located in Elmwood, Berkeley. 2950 Russell St was listed for rent for $8,250/month on Apr 28, 2026.