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$1,717,374$1,017 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,750,000 on May 1, 2025

1229 RUSSELL ST

BERKELEY, CA 94702
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,688 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.5M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,750,000 · May 1, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,066 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,785,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$535,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,249,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$278,294
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$903,960

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Malcom X Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94702These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.496

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,941
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,072
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

1229 Russell St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in West Berkeley
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Alameda County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Berkeley 94702
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Alameda County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Alameda County

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94702

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$581K$2M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Berkeley 94702.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94702.

Estimated value$1,717,374
CheaperTypical $1,108,751Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1017
CheaperTypical $930Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,688 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,279 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size3,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1229 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest BerkeleyBerkeley 94702Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,717,37498% of homes94% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$101784% of homes65% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,688 ft²72% of homes73% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,500 ft²27% of homes27% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than19087% of homes6% of homes4% of homes

About 1229 Russell St

How much is 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is $1,717,374 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,520,371 to $1,914,377. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sold on May 1, 2025 for $1,750,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,688 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA built?

1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Malcom X Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Berkeley High School (high), rated A; Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94702?

Among the 4,711 homes in Berkeley 94702, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,717,374 against a typical $1,108,751), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($1017 against a typical $930), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,688 ft² against a typical 1,279 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,500 ft² against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 6% of them (1908 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 85% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1229 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was $8,066. The county assessed it at $1,785,000.

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