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$2,260,528$789 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,550,000 on Sep 1, 2005

2803 FOREST AVE

BERKELEY, CA 94705
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,864 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.
4,160 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$2.3M
$2.1M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,550,000 · Sep 1, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$34,631 (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.$2,153,358 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$648,107
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,512,251
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,111,012
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,497,320

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.1905
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(15)

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
Emerson Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Willard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94705These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.641

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,024 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$163,954
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$208,330
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 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

2803 Forest Ave 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 94% of homes in Alameda County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Claremont
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Alameda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Claremont
  • Among the oldest homes in Claremont

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94705

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

This home
$646K$4.4M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Berkeley 94705.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94705.

Estimated value$2,260,528
CheaperTypical $1,958,469Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$789
CheaperTypical $880Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area2,864 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,373 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size4,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 2803 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClaremontBerkeley 94705Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,260,52837% of homes64% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78915% of homes32% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,864 ft²59% of homes67% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,160 ft²15% of homes21% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than1901almost no homes3% of homes2% of homes

About 2803 Forest Ave

How much is 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA is $2,260,528 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,115,950 to $2,405,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA last sell?

2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA last sold on Sep 1, 2005 for $1,550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA?

2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA has 6 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,864 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA built?

2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA?

2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Emerson Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Willard Middle School (middle), rated A+; Berkeley High School (high), rated A. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94705?

Among the 3,823 homes in Berkeley 94705, it is worth more than 64% of them ($2,260,528 against a typical $1,958,469), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($789 against a typical $880), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,864 ft² against a typical 2,373 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (4,160 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1901 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 94% 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 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2803 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA was $34,631. The county assessed it at $2,153,358.

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