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1538 Russell StBerkeley, CA 94703

For Sale

$1,549,888

Smart Buyer Rebate $15,499

Some homes simply provide a place to live. Others create a feeling the moment you walk through the door. This exceptional A-frame is one of those rare homes. Blending timeless architecture with beautifully curated updates, it offers warm, light-filled interiors, soaring ceilings, and inviting gathering spaces designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining. Beyond its beautiful living areas, the home offers remarkable flexibility with a finished bonus attic that is ideal as a potential 4th bedroom, media room, creative studio, playroom, or additional workspace, as well as a detached office perfect for today's work-from-home lifestyle, a private gym, or an inspiring artist's retreat. Step outside and discover a backyard that feels like your own private sanctuary, complete with a spacious deck, pergola, mature landscaping, and multiple outdoor spaces designed for relaxing, entertaining, and creating lasting memories. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved over the years, this home reflects decades of pride of ownership, with meaningful updates that preserve its character while embracing modern comfort. Even more remarkable, this home has had only two owners since it was built in 1903—a rare testament to how deeply cherished this property has been for more than a century. Whether you're hosting friends beneath the pergola, working from the detached office, or enjoying quiet evenings beneath the dramatic rooflines that define this iconic A-frame, every space has been thoughtfully designed to inspire connection, creativity, and comfort .Homes that offer this level of architectural distinction, versatility, rich history, and indoor-outdoor living rarely come to market. This is more than a home: it's a legacy property that captures the timeless charm of Berkeley while offering the space, flexibility, and lifestyle today's buyers have been searching for. Home Energy Score of 2. **Twilight Thursday 7/30- 5-7 pm- Open Houses: Sat 8/1 1pm-3pm & Sun. 8/2, 2:00–4:00 PM.**

Listed by Marco Rodriguez

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License #01365148

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Genesis Real Estate

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510-375-3172

Listed by Vanessa Rodriguez

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License #02004868

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Genesis Real Estate

Last updated July 30, 2026

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Source: bridgeMLS #41140985

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodSouth Berkeley
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu23
  • Size1,929 sqft
  • Price per sqft$803

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

07/09/2026
Listed by Genesis Real Estate
$1,549,888

Property Details for 1538 Russell St

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Other, Landscape Back, Landscape Front

Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • View: Partial, Other

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,929
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Other, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,480
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 53161028

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Tankless Water Heater
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet, Other
  • Interior Features: Office, Storage, Study, Updated Kitchen

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,929
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Rooms

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 6

Other

Environmental

  • Green Energy Efficient: Other

Location

  • Subdivision Name: SOUTH BERKELEY

Parking

Parking

  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Drive Through, Parking Spaces, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Tandem, Other, Parking Lot

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Heating: Gravity
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Other, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1538 Russell St.

How does 1538 Russell St compare to other single-family homes in South Berkeley?

This single-family home is listed 26% above the average price for single-family homes in South Berkeley and has been on the market for 49 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,929 sqft.

1538 Russell St is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in Berkeley CA 94703. Available on Prevu for 23 days at $1,549,888. This property features 1,929 square feet of living space, located in South Berkeley. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $949,000. Property amenities include private outdoor space, dishwasher, and swimming pool. Browse more single-family home listings in Berkeley.

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