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$799,928$684 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $750,000 on May 7, 2015

1240 RUSSELL ST

BERKELEY, CA 94702
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,169 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.
2,880 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$800K
$777K low$822K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$750,000 · May 7, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,654 (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.$912,379 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$281,943
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$637,436
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$894,357
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$958,590

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.6 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.1918
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 · 0.6 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%

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How this home compares

1240 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 80% of homes in Berkeley 94702
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Berkeley 94702
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in West Berkeley
  • Older than 93% 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
$556K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 20% 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$799,928
CheaperTypical $1,007,367Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$684
CheaperTypical $844Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,169 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size2,880 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1240 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest BerkeleyBerkeley 94702Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,92829% of homes20% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68436% of homes22% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,169 ft²40% of homes40% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,880 ft²7% of homes9% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than191214% of homes12% of homes7% of homes

About 1240 Russell St

How much is 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is $799,928 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $777,408 to $822,448. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sold on May 7, 2015 for $750,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,169 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA built?

1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1240 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 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94702?

Among the 4,676 homes in Berkeley 94702, it is worth more than 20% of them ($799,928 against a typical $1,007,367), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($684 against a typical $844), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,169 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,880 ft² against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 12% of them (1912 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 31% 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 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1240 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was $14,654. The county assessed it at $912,379.

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