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 College?

College in Berkeley, CA last sold for $4,275,000 in October 2026.

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 College have laundry facilities?

Yes, College in Berkeley, CA has laundry facilities.

Does College have parking?

Yes, College in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

SOLD

OCT 13, 2026

$4,275,000

Last sold price

3 Beds
3 Baths
9,172 sqft

College, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Est. Refi. Payment $27,358/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 13, 2026 for $4,275,000 (3% below list price)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2832 Derby St, Berkeley, CA	0.35	Multi-Family Home	$3,200,000	04/22/26	8	3	3,292
2417 Webster St, Berkeley, CA	0.60	Multi-Family Home	$1,775,000	12/18/25	5	4	3,250
3037 College Ave, Berkeley, CA	0.31	Multi-Family Home	$1,450,000	06/04/26	7	4	3,081
2714 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA	0.46	Multi-Family Home	$1,857,500	11/12/25	7	5	3,902
2935 Florence St, Berkeley, CA	0.54	Multi-Family Home	$1,775,000	09/14/26	5	4	3,176
6100 Chabot Rd, Oakland, CA	0.68	Multi-Family Home	$1,610,000	04/02/26	5	4	3,444

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
Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	1	1	-	Off Market
Deakin St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	$1,584,600	3	1	1,355	Off Market
Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Colby St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
Wheeler St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Amito Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Essex St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Oak Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Ashby, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
23152317 Webster St #2315C, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	-	1	1	-	Off Market
Drury Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	$2,063,800	4	3	-	Off Market
2943 Pine Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.00	$1,967,200	4	2	1,428	Off Market
999 Test St, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2947 Pine Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,402,000	3	2	1,715	Off Market
2947 Pine Ave #A, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$743,000	1	1	700	Off Market
2947 Pine Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,750,100	3	2	1,715	Off Market
2939 Pine Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$1,570,700	2	1	1,066	Off Market
Westview Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.01	$749,000	-	-	-	For Sale
2951 Pine Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,311,600	4	2.5	1,714	Off Market
2918 Elmwood Ct, Berkeley, CA 94705	0.02	$2,831,200	5	3	2,568	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family

Built in 1957

9,172 sqft

$466/sqft

Carport

About this House

Located in the heart of Berkeley's highly sought-after Elmwood neighborhood, 2801 College Avenue presents a rare opportunity to acquire a 21-unit apartment community in one of the East Bay's premier rental markets. The property offers an attractive mix of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and studio floor plans, providing broad tenant appeal and long-term occupancy stability. Offered at an in-place 6.29% CAP rate with substantial upside through future rental growth, the asset combines strong day-one cash flow with significant value-add potential. Priced at just $209,000 per unit, 2801 College Avenue represents an exceptional value in a supply-constrained location, just steps from the vibrant College Avenue retail corridor, renowned restaurants, cafés, and UC Berkeley.

College, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 9,172 sqft multi-family in Elmwood, built in 1957. It last sold for $4,275,000 on Oct 13, 2026 (3% below the $4,388,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listed by Eymon Binesh 02060059, (650) 546-1030

Marcus & Millichap, (650) 391-1700

Mark Kis 02248309, (510) 955-7988

(650) 391-1700

Bought with: Eymon Binesh 02060059, (650) 546-1030, Marcus & Millichap, (650) 391-1700

Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82053675

Home Details for College

Interior Features
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 9172 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Public Utilities, Water PublicLaundry: Coin Operated
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHeating Fuel: Electric
Gas & Electric Gas: PublicUtilities
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Door: None
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: None

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Rolled Hot MopFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage Has a CarportNo GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Five Or More Units, Residential Income
Property Information Included in Sale: OvenRangeAllUnitsParcel Number: 0531696001

Price & Status
Price List Price: $4,388,000Price Per Sqft: $466/sqft

Location
Direction & Address City: Berkeley
School Information Elementary School District: BerkeleyUnifiedHigh School District: BerkeleyUnified

Building
Building Area Building Area: 9172

Community
Units in Building: 21

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7400 sqft

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Standard

Offer
Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSellListing Terms: CashorConventionalLoan

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: ML82053675

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 13, 2026 Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82053675	Sold	$4,275,000
Aug 27, 2026 Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82053675	Pending	$4,388,000
Jul 9, 2026 Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82053675	Listed For Sale	$4,388,000

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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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.
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
Resident
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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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-10-14 05:09:44 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Frequently asked questions about College

What is the price history for College?
College in Berkeley, CA last sold for $4,275,000 in October 2026.
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 College have laundry facilities?
Yes, College in Berkeley, CA has laundry facilities.
Does College have parking?
Yes, College in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.