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  • Hearst Avenue, 2038

    2038 Hearst Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

    Located in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley zip code 94709
    Apartment building
    Cats only
    Parking lot
    Shared laundry
    5–unit building
    485–4,860 sqft
    1–8 bedrooms
    1–7 bathrooms

    What's special

    OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 4th @ 1:00-1:30pm! LAST UNIT LEFT at Location! 2038 Hearst Avenue #5 1-Bedroom / 1-Bath, 488 sq feet Available June 1st for Move-In 1-Year Lease Option Utilities Included: Water & Garbage Residents Pay: Elec, Gas, Internet Cat OK / No Dogs / No Smoking Charming, middle floor unit located on Hearst Ave right off bustling Shattuck Avenue. This is our last known vacancy left in the building for Summer 2026! This spacious corner unit features a large living room area with a row of wall to wall windows and original hardwood floors. Kitchen area is separated and features a small eat-in area plus included appliances. All new kitchen countertops are being added during this year's renovation work! Lots of restaurants, stores, and cafes are just around the corner on Shattuck Avenue. 2038 Hearst Ave is just a half block away from the new UC Berkeley Berkeley Way West building and just a few blocks away from the main campus. Building / Community Features: On-site laundry (credit / debit card operated!) Locked USPS mailboxes Bike parking / bike racks Parking lot with assigned parking (separate rental if available) Gated common entry door with intercom access Recycling / compost service This property is professionally managed by NORTH BERKELEY PROPERTIES. All day-to-day services (billing, maintenance, leasing, etc.) is handled by the main office.

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Shared: On-site Laundry
    Security
    • Gated Entry
    • Intercom
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Parking / Bike Racks

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator: Fridge / Freezer
    Flooring
    • Hardwood: Hardwood Floors
    Other
    • Close To Bart
    • Close To Uc Berkeley
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen W/ Included Appliances
    • Large Living Room
    • Remodeled Bathroom

    Neighborhood: Downtown Berkeley

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Berkeley

    Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
    Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles
    10/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    10/10
    Student Progress Rating
    10/10
    Berkeley High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    College Readiness Rating
    9/10
    Berkeley Special Education Preschool
    Grades • 0.4 miles
    N/A
    GreatSchools® Rating

    Downtown Berkeley sits near the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, with a compact, walkable center shaped by its historic commercial streets and the nearby UC Berkeley campus. The marine-influenced climate brings mild temperatures and occasional fog. Berkeley Central Library and the Berkeley Repertory Theatre anchor the civic and arts scene, while cafés, restaurants, shops, and the Downtown Berkeley BART station cluster around Shattuck Avenue. Civic Center Park offers a small green space, and nearby Strawberry Creek paths provide a quieter outdoor break; the Berkeley Public Library’s central branch adds a convenient indoor resource. BART, AC Transit buses, and walkable streets make it easy to get around without a car, though driving connects the area to surrounding East Bay neighborhoods. For the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood, the median rent is $3,395 per month, with a typical range of $895 to $6,595.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Hearst Avenue, 2038 located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Hearst Avenue, 2038 is located at 2038 Hearst Ave in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Comal, Victory Point Cafe, and Asha Tea House.

    What is the average rent in Berkeley, CA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley is currently $3,395 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to Hearst Avenue, 2038?

    The schools assigned to Hearst Avenue, 2038 include Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Berkeley High School, and Berkeley Special Education Preschool.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Hearst Avenue, 2038?

    Hearst Avenue, 2038 is located near 5 grocery stores, including Downtown Berkeley Farmers Market (0.3 miles) and Monterey Market (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including Pegasus Books, are approximately 0.5 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Hearst Avenue, 2038?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Hearst Avenue, 2038 include Berkeley Pediatrics (0.2 miles away), Tang Center (0.5 miles away), and Out of the Closet (0.6 miles away).

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