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2601 College Ave 205Berkeley, CA 94704

For Sale

$639,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $3,475

Opportunity knocks! Own the best-priced two-bedroom condo in Berkeley’s historic Mark Twain building—perfectly tucked between UC Berkeley, Elmwood, and Rockridge. Step inside this bright, spacious second-floor home and enjoy a private north-facing balcony, an updated kitchen and bath, and the ease of elevator access in a secure, well-maintained building. Your condo comes with deeded garage parking, a private storage locker, and peace of mind from gated entry and security cameras. Relax in the landscaped courtyard, take advantage of on-site laundry, and appreciate professional property management that keeps everything running smoothly. HOA dues even include earthquake & hazard insurance, trash, and common hot water. All of Berkeley is at your doorstep—BART, public transit, Elmwood cafés, shops, and theaters—with the UC campus just moments away. For added security, the free “Bear Walk” escort service makes late-night commutes safe and stress-free. Live comfortably, live securely, and live in the center of it all—this Mark Twain condo is Berkeley living at its best.

Listed by Declan Spring

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License #01398898

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KW Advisors East Bay

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declan@thehomefactor.com

Listed by Ehsan Habib

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License #02166899

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KW Advisors East Bay

Last updated August 26, 2025

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Source: bridgeMLS #41108653

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodClaremont Elmwood
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu19
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$892/month
  • Size759 sqft
  • Price per sqft$842

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

08/19/2025
Listed by KW Advisors East Bay
$639,000

Property Details for 2601 College Ave 205

Association

Amenities

  • Association Amenities: Gated, Other, Laundry, Setting Urban

Fees

  • Association Fee: $892.00 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Reserves, Insurance, Trash, Common Heating, Management Fee, Common Hot Water, Hazard Insurance, Common Area Maint, Earthquake Insurance, Exterior Maintenance

General

  • Association Name: NOT LISTED

Exterior

Construction

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Street, No Yard

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 759
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.43
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18,900
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 55184844

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Elevator, No Additional Rooms, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen

Measurements

  • Living Area: 759
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 4

Other

Location

  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD

Parking

Parking

  • Parking Features: Below Building Parking, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: No Solar
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area

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