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 3040 College Ave #2 estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA is $967,100 .

What is the price history for 3040 College Ave #2?

3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA last sold for $955,000 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 $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.

Does 3040 College Ave #2 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$967,100

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft

3040 College Ave #2, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Est. Refi. Payment $5,933/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 23, 2020 for $955,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$967K

Since last month

$4K (-0.4%)

Since last year

$21K (+2.2%)

Since last sale

$12K (+1.3%)

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 decreased by -14% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$967K
July 2026	$971K
June 2026	$986K
May 2026	$987K
April 2026	$984K
March 2026	$997K
February 2026	$990K
January 2026	$976K
2025
December 2025	$958K
November 2025	$950K
October 2025	$971K
September 2025	$959K
August 2025	$946K
July 2025	$956K
June 2025	$937K
May 2025	$958K
April 2025	$951K
March 2025	$970K
February 2025	$971K
January 2025	$941K
2024
December 2024	$930K
November 2024	$937K
October 2024	$951K
September 2024	$962K
August 2024	$947K
July 2024	$976K
June 2024	$992K
May 2024	$999K
April 2024	$996K
March 2024	$987K
February 2024	$973K
January 2024	$936K
2023
December 2023	$946K
November 2023	$945K
October 2023	$965K
September 2023	$962K
August 2023	$973K
July 2023	$990K
June 2023	$977K
May 2023	$899K
April 2023	$907K
March 2023	$898K
February 2023	$857K
January 2023	$854K
2022
December 2022	$857K
November 2022	$885K
October 2022	$904K
September 2022	$883K
August 2022	$886K
July 2022	$927K
June 2022	$962K
May 2022	$993K
April 2022	$1.07M
March 2022	$1.32M
February 2022	$1.6M
January 2022	$1.56M
2021
December 2021	$1.52M
November 2021	$1.54M
October 2021	$1.53M
September 2021	$1.48M
August 2021	$1.47M
July 2021	$1.5M
June 2021	$1.35M
May 2021	$1.1M
April 2021	$1.05M
March 2021	$1.16M
February 2021	$1.1M
January 2021	$1.13M

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
6426 Benvenue Ave #3, Oakland, CA	0.19	Condo	$965,000	09/18/25	2	2	973
6426 Benvenue Ave, Oakland, CA	0.19	Condo	$965,000	09/18/25	2	2	1,120
6492 Benvenue Ave #2, Oakland, CA	0.08	Condo	$1,320,000	10/17/25	2	2	1,214
2325 Howe St #1, Berkeley, CA	0.43	Condo	$950,000	08/24/26	2	1	1,227
2600 Ashby Ave #4, Berkeley, CA	0.18	Condo	$720,000	05/14/26	1	1	925
2525 Ashby Ave #2, Berkeley, CA	0.21	Condo	$735,000	07/31/26	1	1	1,018
3117 College Ave #5, Berkeley, CA	0.10	Condo	$645,000	06/04/26	1	1	732
3117 College Ave #U5, Berkeley, CA	0.10	Condo	$645,000	06/04/26	1	1	732
6395 Hillegass Ave, Oakland, CA	0.28	Condo	$850,000	08/28/26	2	1.5	862
321 63rd St #C, Oakland, CA	0.32	Condo	$667,000	06/26/26	1	1	725

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
3023 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.05	$3,717,100	4	2.5	2,872	Off Market
3019 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.06	$2,081,600	2	1.5	1,734	Off Market
3037 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.03	$1,450,000	7	4	3,081	Recently Sold
2709 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.06	$2,802,700	3	2.5	2,344	Off Market
2725 Prince St #10, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.09	$579,000	2	1	776	For Sale
2722 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.08	$2,304,900	3	2	1,940	Off Market
2641 Webster St #2, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.11	$572,200	1	1	587	Off Market
2730 Webster St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.12	$1,695,000	Studio	-	2,542	For Sale
2714 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.08	$2,500,000	4	2.5	2,198	Recently Sold
2960 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.13	$3,079,900	4	2.5	2,715	Off Market
6492 Benvenue Ave #2, Oakland, CA 94618	0.08	$1,323,200	2	2	1,214	Off Market
2612 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.10	$2,424,600	4	2	2,915	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3040 College Ave #2.
Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Condo

Year Built

1908

Living Area

1,008 sqft

Price/Sqft

$959

About this House

Rare and elusive top-floor Elmwood condo in 2-unit brown shingle Craftsman. Beautifully maintained building with a Leola Hall pedigree has curb appeal and architectural details intact. Sun-drenched unit gathers light from all sides to warm you from the inside out. Open living/dining/kitchen are front and center, and two bedrooms in the rear overlooking enormous grassy yard. One bedroom leads to generous deck with direct access to yard, edible garden, stone patio, & hammock. Full basement with laundry and vast storage. Dedicated parking for each unit means you can stow the car for weeks without moving. You couldn't ask for a better perch from which to watch the world float by or to pop out and join the action. Enjoy a multitude of popular Elmwood and Rockridge shops, restaurants, cafes, schools and transportation options at your fingertips. UC, Rockridge and two BART stations nearby. Walkscore 95!

3040 College Ave #2, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft condo in Elmwood, built in 1908. It last sold for $955,000 on Dec 23, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $967,100, with a rent estimate of $3,486/month.

Home Details for 3040 College Ave #2

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Shingle Not Wood, CompositionGardenPatioPorch

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style Property Type: Condo

Building
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Disabled Access

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 23, 2020 Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40930454	Sold	$955,000
Dec 11, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$789,000
Dec 1, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$789,000

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

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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
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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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Geofrost
15y ago
"Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Frequently asked questions about 3040 College Ave #2

What is 3040 College Ave #2 estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA is $967,100.
What is the price history for 3040 College Ave #2?
3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA last sold for $955,000 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 $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.
Does 3040 College Ave #2 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 3040 College Ave #2 in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.