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$951,305$1,115 / 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 91How 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 $530,000 on Apr 25, 2011

1234 RUSSELL ST

BERKELEY, CA 94702
2
Beds
1
Baths
853 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.
2,960 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$951K
$863K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$530,000 · Apr 25, 2011
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$500,305
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$400,244
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.53%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$451,000
LENDUS LLC · recorded Nov 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,588 (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.$685,561 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$207,768
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$484,793
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$671,982
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$958,860

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.7 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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 · 0.7 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1234 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 less than 69% of homes in Berkeley 94702
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in West Berkeley
  • Older than 85% 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
$579K$2M

This home is worth more than 31% 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$951,305
CheaperTypical $1,105,763Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1115
CheaperTypical $932Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area853 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,284 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size2,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1234 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest BerkeleyBerkeley 94702Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$951,30542% of homes31% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$111592% of homes80% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than853 ft²8% of homes9% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,960 ft²7% of homes10% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192454% of homes46% of homes15% of homes

About 1234 Russell St

How much is 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is $951,305 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $863,215 to $1,039,395. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sold on Apr 25, 2011 for $530,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 853 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA built?

1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1234 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 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94702?

Among the 4,711 homes in Berkeley 94702, it is worth more than 31% of them ($951,305 against a typical $1,105,763), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($1115 against a typical $932), it is bigger than 9% of them (853 ft² against a typical 1,284 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,960 ft² against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 46% of them (1924 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 43% 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 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1234 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was $10,588. The county assessed it at $685,561.

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