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$1,054,353$379 / 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 92How 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 $340,000 on Oct 5, 2001

1542 RUSSELL ST

BERKELEY, CA 94703
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,785 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$970K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$340,000 · Oct 5, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,482 (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.$655,563 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$153,687
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$508,876
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$642,574
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$933,750

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1935
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.3 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Willard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94703These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.566

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.20,913
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15,694 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,924
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,132
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

1542 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 74% of homes in Berkeley 94703
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in South Berkeley
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Alameda County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Alameda County

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94703

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

This home
$608K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Berkeley 94703.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94703.

Estimated value$1,054,353
CheaperTypical $1,260,258Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$379
CheaperTypical $926Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,785 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,579 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 1542 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth BerkeleyBerkeley 94703Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,054,35332% of homes26% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$379almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,785 ft²83% of homes86% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac38% of homes40% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than191043% of homes34% of homes5% of homes

About 1542 Russell St

How much is 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is $1,054,353 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $970,413 to $1,138,293. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sold on Oct 5, 2001 for $340,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,785 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA built?

1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Malcom X Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Berkeley High School (high), rated A; Willard 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 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94703?

Among the 4,506 homes in Berkeley 94703, it is worth more than 26% of them ($1,054,353 against a typical $1,260,258), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($379 against a typical $926), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,785 ft² against a typical 1,579 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1910 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 50% 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 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1542 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was $12,482. The county assessed it at $655,563.

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