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$801,078$766 / 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 95How 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 $271,500 on Sep 13, 2002

1652 RUSSELL ST

BERKELEY, CA 94703
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,046 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.
2,200 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$801K
$758K low$844K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$271,500 · Sep 13, 2002
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.$587,078
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$469,662
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.22%
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.$214,000
WELLS FARGO BANK · recorded Jul 19, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,408 (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.$393,752 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$280,512
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$385,896
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$632,250

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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyALAMEDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Gravity
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(3)

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 · 0.2 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Willard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 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%

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.Yes

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

1652 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 92% of homes in South Berkeley
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Berkeley 94703
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in South Berkeley
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in South Berkeley
  • Older than 97% 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
$616K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 9% 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$801,078
CheaperTypical $1,260,075Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$766
CheaperTypical $926Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,046 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,587 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size2,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1652 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth BerkeleyBerkeley 94703Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$801,0788% of homes9% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76624% of homes23% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,046 ft²13% of homes14% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,200 ft²2% of homes2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than190626% of homes18% of homes3% of homes

About 1652 Russell St

How much is 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA is $801,078 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $758,439 to $843,717. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sell?

1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA last sold on Sep 13, 2002 for $271,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,046 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA built?

1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

1652 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 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94703?

Among the 4,516 homes in Berkeley 94703, it is worth more than 9% of them ($801,078 against a typical $1,260,075), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($766 against a typical $926), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,046 ft² against a typical 1,587 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (2,200 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1906 against a typical 1920). 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 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1652 Russell St, Berkeley, CA was $7,408. The county assessed it at $393,752.

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