1252 Russell St

952 Sq. Ft.
$998 / Sq. Ft.
952
Sq. Ft.
$998
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Spanish-Inspired California Bungalow! This light-filled, beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with modern touches. Enjoy a tastefully renovated kitchen and bathroom, hardwood floors, and a spacious backyard complete with a new deck, potential veggie garden area, and low-maintenance landscaping—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The detached one-car garage, complete with elegant French doors and a convenient side access door, offers incredible versatility....Charming Spanish-Inspired California Bungalow! This light-filled, beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with modern touches. Enjoy a tastefully renovated kitchen and bathroom, hardwood floors, and a spacious backyard complete with a new deck, potential veggie garden area, and low-maintenance landscaping—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The detached one-car garage, complete with elegant French doors and a convenient side access door, offers incredible versatility. Whether you're envisioning a private home office, a personal gym, an art studio, or even a cozy guest retreat, this flexible space is ready to suit your lifestyle needs. With a Walk Score of 87, Bike Score of 91, you're just steps from local park, shops, restaurants, and convenient commuter options. Move-in ready and full of warmth—don’t miss this inviting bungalow!
  1. Listed by Ray Sharma • DRE #01255064 • Century 21 Bay Realty
  2. Listed by Michael Price-Brown • DRE #01300135 • Century 21 Bay Realty

Property Details for 1252 Russell Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
SOUTHWEST BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Spanish
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Converted Garage, Detached, Other, See Remarks
LISTING UPDATED: 07/15/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1252 Russell Street

StatusSold
MLS #41099249
Days on Compass20
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,105 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Bay Realty, Ray Sharma, DRE #01255064; Century 21 Bay Realty, Michael Price-Brown, DRE #01300135

Sold By BAY AREA PROPERTIES, Diana Yonkouski, DRE #01034286

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Building Information for 1252 Russell Street

Stories1Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,105 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,707 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,630

Property Taxes

$1,077

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1252 Russell Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Other, Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, Other
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Other, Possible Guest
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas, Other
  • Water/Sewer: Public Water, PublicSewer
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Tankless Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Other
  • Lot Description: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Partial Fence
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3105
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3105.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Other
  • Sq Ft Apx: 952
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms, Main Entry, Other
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Front Porch, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Acres: 0.07
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Ashby to San Pablo to Russell Street
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 53-1629-37
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1252 Russell Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 9, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41099249

$950,000
Jul 9, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41099249

$950,000
Jul 2, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906882181

$950,000

+3.5% / yr

Jun 18, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41099249

Jun 18, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41099249

Jun 12, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #MR41099249

$949,888
Jun 12, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #41099249

$949,888
May 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41099249

$975,000
May 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41099249

$975,000
Aug 28, 2015

Sold

RESFAR #40708487

$678,000
Aug 28, 2015

Sold

EBRD #40708487

$678,000
Aug 24, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555600426

$678,000

+248.9% / yr

Aug 6, 2015

Pending

EBRD #40708487

Aug 6, 2015

Pending

RESFAR #40708487

Jul 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40708487

$569,000
Jul 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40708487

$569,000
May 12, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549404291

$475,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/09/2025

Sold

EBRD #41099249

$950,000
07/09/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41099249

$950,000
07/02/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906882181

$950,000

+3.5% / yr

06/18/2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41099249

06/18/2025

Pending

EBRD #41099249

06/12/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #MR41099249

$949,888
06/12/2025

Price Change

EBRD #41099249

$949,888
05/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41099249

$975,000
05/29/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41099249

$975,000
08/28/2015

Sold

RESFAR #40708487

$678,000
08/28/2015

Sold

EBRD #40708487

$678,000
08/24/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555600426

$678,000

+248.9% / yr

08/06/2015

Pending

EBRD #40708487

08/06/2015

Pending

RESFAR #40708487

07/22/2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40708487

$569,000
07/22/2015

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40708487

$569,000
05/12/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549404291

$475,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1252 Russell Street

Taxable ValueLand$240,778Additions$561,817Total$802,595
Tax Record2025$12,927 ($1,077 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt852 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt852 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,105 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyALAMEDAAPN53-1629-37

Schools near 1252 Russell Street

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Bay Realty, Ray Sharma, DRE #01255064; Century 21 Bay Realty, Michael Price-Brown, DRE #01300135

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