Rare investment opportunity on iconic College Avenue in Berkeley. This expansive single-family property features specialized use potential and flexible living configurations ideal for investors, owner-occupants, or income-focused buyers. The main level offers five bedrooms, two bathrooms, oversized living spaces, basement access. Two rooms share access to a private patio deck, creating additional outdoor appeal. Additional bedrooms — six located on the upper level — along with two kitchens, two bathrooms, and attic access, offering versatile occupancy and layout possibilities. The property also features an attached art studio with a private entrance and dedicated bathroom. Currently operated in a manner similar to single-room occupancy (SRO) use, the property presents multiple potential income-producing opportunities, subject to buyer verification and local regulations. Possible uses may include owner-occupancy with supplemental rental income or maximizing rental potential across multiple sections. Conveniently located near shops, dining, transit, and neighborhood amenities, this property offers strong long-term investment potential. Property could benefit from and may require updates and improvements, providing an opportunity to increase ROI. Buyer to investigate and verify permit status, bedroom and bathroom count, and square footage of all living areas to their satisfaction.Buyer to verify current occupancy, rents, tenancy, lease, and expenses to their satisfaction. Property is exempt from BESO as an REO per BESO. Pending exemption certificate.
Foreclosure
$1,799,950
2610 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
--beds
0baths
3,435sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1903
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$524/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two kitchensBasement accessOversized living spacesAttic access
- 159 days
- 713
- 31
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ashley Monasmith DRE #01907449 831-221-6051,
Monasmith Real Estate
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41135456
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- See Remarks
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: See Remarks
- Basement: Storage Space,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,435
- Total interior livable area: 3,435 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Guest, Off Street, Parking Lot, On Street, 4-7 Cars
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Entrance
Lot
- Size: 7,950 Square Feet
- Features: Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5518458
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
- Other equipment: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Shingles
- Roof: See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmwood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $524/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,932,104
- Price range: $1.8M - $1.8M
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Price As Is,Creative
- Lease term: Other
- Tenant pays: Other
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,901/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Sold | $1,687,332-26.6%$491/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Listing removed | $2,300,000$670/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000+31.4%$670/sqft |
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| 5/18/2021 | Sold | $1,750,000+8.8%$509/sqft |
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| 4/24/2021 | Pending sale | $1,608,000$468/sqft |
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| 4/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,608,000+6.2%$468/sqft |
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| 7/10/2020 | Sold | $1,513,637+1%$441/sqft |
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| 6/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+57.8%$436/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group Future #40907170 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2010 | Sold | $950,000$277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,932,104 +2% |
| 2025 | $50,293 +20.6% | $1,894,234 +2% |
| 2024 | $41,715 +27.6% | $1,857,100 +2% |
| 2023 | $32,702 +14.9% | $1,820,700 +2% |
| 2022 | $28,467 +11.3% | $1,785,000 +17.9% |
| 2021 | $25,576 +32% | $1,513,600 +36% |
| 2020 | $19,379 +5.4% | $1,112,857 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,389 +5.6% | $1,091,045 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,422 | $1,069,661 +2% |
| 2017 | $17,422 +4.2% | $1,048,694 +2% |
| 2016 | $16,726 +1.5% | $1,028,137 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $16,483 +0.3% | $1,012,700 +2% |
| 2014 | $16,440 | $992,863 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $988,380 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $969,000 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $950,000 +378.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $198,678 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $199,151 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $195,246 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $191,418 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $187,666 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $183,986 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $180,378 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $177,074 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $173,602 +2% |
| 2001 | $4,262 | $170,197 |
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