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  • College Ave

    2801 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

    Located in Elmwood, Berkeley zip code 94705
    Apartment building
    21–unit building
    260–470 sqft
    Studio–1 bedroom
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Property Address: 2801 College Avenue located in Elmwood (neighborhood) Please have a look at our updated and cozy studio unit at 2801 College Avenue! This updated building lies right next to some hidden gems of Berkeley like Nabalom Bakery, The Italian Homemade Company, Humphrey Slocombe, and La Mediterranee! You also are close enough to the UC Berkeley campus as well, being that it is a 10 minute Bike Ride/5 minute drive away. This carpeted unit comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove/oven, garbage disposal unit, and wall heater. There are two laundry rooms, with machines that use both coins and preloaded money from an app (courtesy of WASH). The building itself has its own resident manager, along with regular appearances by both maintenance technicians and property management as we want to make sure all tenants are feeling the peace and comfort that one would expect out of a home. Please see below for further details: - 19 unit gated building - Lease must be at least 6 Months - Unit has well maintained appliances and carpeted flooring throughout. - Top floor studio unit facing Stuart Street (3 floor building) - Sorry, No Pets - Coin/App operated laundry on-site - On-site manager - Water, garbage and solar heating for water included - Street Parking Only (City Permits Not Included) Storage space available for rent on first come first serve basis. Walk Score 92. Location Description: - City of Berkeley - Alameda County - Cross streets are College Ave. and Stuart - Quick access to major highways 580, 80, 880, 24, and 13 - Minutes to San Francisco, Oakland, Hayward and Walnut Creek - Bus stops for AC Transit located down the block. Application Fee: $53 (Non-Refundable) Co-signers for Students Only Renter's Insurance Required Income must be at least 2.5X the Rent NOTE: APPOINTMENTS ONLY Showing starts next week

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Other
    • Oven/Stove
    • Water & Garbage/Recycling

    Neighborhood: Elmwood

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Berkeley

    Emerson Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.2 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    John Muir Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.5 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    Student Progress Rating
    9/10
    Willard Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles
    10/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    10/10
    Student Progress Rating
    10/10

    Elmwood sits in southern Berkeley, with tree-lined residential streets and a compact commercial stretch along College Avenue. Its Mediterranean climate brings mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The Elmwood Theater is a neighborhood landmark, while nearby campus-area museums and historic architecture add cultural interest. Elmwood Park offers a green place to pause, and the local branch library and playgrounds provide everyday amenities. College Avenue is the main destination for cafés, restaurants, bakeries and independent shops; the wider area also has access to arts and nightlife around the UC Berkeley campus. Walking and cycling are practical on many local errands, and buses and nearby Ashby BART connect the neighborhood to the region. Elmwood neighborhood rents have a median of $3,641 per month and a typical range of $1,700 to $15,000.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is College Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    College Ave is located at 2801 College Ave in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Kiraku, Mezzo, and 1951 Coffee Company.

    What is the average rent in Berkeley, CA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Elmwood neighborhood of Berkeley is currently $3,641 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to College Ave?

    The schools assigned to College Ave include Emerson Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School, and Willard Middle School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near College Ave?

    College Ave is located near 5 grocery stores, including Berkeley Bowl (0.8 miles) and Downtown Berkeley Farmers Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Moe's Books, are approximately 0.5 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near College Ave?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to College Ave include Medical Building (0.3 miles away), Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation (0.4 miles away), and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center: Alta Bates Campus (0.4 miles away).

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