Welcome to a charming 1922 craftsman cottage nestled in the heart of South Berkeley, CA. As you step inside, you are greeted by freshly refinished hardwood floors that flow throughout the home. The formal dining room is ideal for hosting dinner parties or enjoying quiet meals. The kitchen features ample storage and counter space, making meal preparation a breeze. One of the unique features of this home is its half basement which presents an excellent opportunity for a wine cellar or additional storage. The bathroom boasts a vintage clawfoot bathtub adding to the quaint charm of this property. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive with a front yard urban garden and backyard jacuzzi providing perfect spots for relaxation. A spacious detached two-car garage adds convenience along with extra storage options. This property's location further enhances its appeal. It's close proximity to San Pablo Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation while Whole Foods and Berkeley Bowl make grocery shopping easy and convenient. For your shopping and dining out enjoyment, the 4th street shopping district is just around the corner offering a variety of boutiques and eateries. In short, this home encapsulates all that Berkeley has to offer!
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
1342 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94702
3beds
1,136sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$940,300 Zestimate®
$836/sqft
$4,750 Estimated rent
Home value
$940,300
$846,000 - $1.04M
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Backyard jacuzziVintage clawfoot bathtubFormal dining roomFront yard urban garden
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Listed by:
Gayle Langston DRE #00989771 510-590-1234,
Compass
Bought with:
Timothy Chien, DRE #02228247
eXp Realty of California
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41114820
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,136
- Total interior livable area: 1,136 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Enclosed, Garage Faces Rear, On Street, Private, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 5316218
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster
- Foundation: Other, Earthquake Braced
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $836/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $683,236
- Date on market: 10/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Sold | $950,000-4.5%$836/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114820 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$876/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114820 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+95.1%$876/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114820 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2007 | Sold | $510,000+22.9%$449/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2005 | Sold | $415,000$365/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $683,236 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,261 +2.1% | $669,843 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,051 +1.7% | $656,711 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,878 -0.3% | $643,838 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,905 +5.4% | $631,216 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,401 +3.8% | $624,744 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,060 +5.5% | $612,498 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,591 | $600,494 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,591 +3.1% | $588,723 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,333 +16.5% | $577,181 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,151 | $568,517 +19.7% |
| 2014 | $7,151 | $475,000 +20.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $395,000 +12.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $350,000 -12.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $400,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $400,000 -17.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $484,000 -5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $510,000 +18.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $431,765 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $423,300 +1121.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $34,651 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $33,973 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $33,350 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $32,696 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,214 | $32,055 |
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Neighborhood: Southwest Berkeley
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- 8/10Malcolm X Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
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- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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