Affordable Furnished Private Rooms in Berkeley Steps from Campus, Starting at Just $995/Month
Now Offering 12-Month & Limited Semester Lease Options
Looking for an affordable, move-in-ready furnished private room in one of Berkeley's most convenient locations? Spectra Southside offers furnished private rooms just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, shopping, and everything Berkeley has to offer.
12-Month Lease Pricing
Standard Rooms starting at $995/month
Select Rooms starting at $1,200/month
Premium Rooms starting at $1,300/month
Limited Semester Lease Options
Need housing through the Fall semester? We now offer limited semester leases ending December 31, 2026 - Private Rooms starting at $1,750/month
Why Choose Spectra Southside?
Move-in-ready furnished private rooms
Just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, and shopping
Standard, Standard XL, Select, Select XL, Premium & Premium XL room options
Select room types include a private sink
High-speed Xfinity Internet & Wi-Fi
Shared community kitchen
Study lounge
Laundry facilities
Elevator access
Secure package lockers
Roommate matching available
Onsite Community Manager
Utilities & Leasing Information
Flat $100/month utility fee (includes water, electricity, heat, trash, and private Xfinity Internet)
12-month and limited semester lease options available
No qualified co-signer? Ask us about our alternative qualification options.
Limited availability reserve your room today!
Apartment building
Studio
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 330 Studio, 1 ba | 120 | Now | $1,100 |
 Unit 219 Studio, 1 ba | 195 | Now | $1,200 |
 Unit 300 Studio, 1 ba | 115 | Now | $1,200 |
 Unit 336 Studio, 1 ba | 180 | Now | $1,300 |
 Unit 329 Studio, 1 ba | 125 | Now | $1,300 |
 Unit 233 Studio, 1 ba | 180 | Now | $1,400 |
What's special
Lounge
Round up your crew
This building features a lounge. Less than 7% of buildings in Berkeley have this amenity.
Move-in-ready furnished private roomsElevator accessShared community kitchenStudy loungeLaundry facilitiesSecure package lockers
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Sun: | 9 am - 5 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Lounge
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
- Gated Entry
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- On-Site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
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- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Trash Compactor
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Heating
- Electric
- Gas
Internet/Satellite
- High-Speed Internet Ready
Other
- Furnished
Policies
Parking
- None
Lease terms
- One year
Utilities included in rent
- Electricity
- Garbage
- Heating
- Internet
- Water
Neighborhood: Telegraph
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Berkeley
Emerson Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.7 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Sylvia Mendez Elementary
Grades K-5 • 0.8 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Berkeley High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Berkeley
Telegraph centers on Telegraph Avenue in Berkeley, extending through the Southside toward the University of California campus. Its streets mix historic buildings, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and performance venues, with the landmark campus and Sather Gate close at the north end. The area has a mild Bay Area climate, with cool, foggy periods and warmer, dry summers. People can browse bookstores and small shops, find varied casual dining, or catch live music and theater nearby; cultural attractions include the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Telegraph is easy to explore on foot, and buses and nearby BART stations connect it with other parts of the East Bay. The neighborhood’s median rent is $2,695 per month, with a typical range of $600 to $14,500, based on 170 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Spectra Southside located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Spectra Southside is located at 2338 Telegraph Ave in Telegraph, Berkeley, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea, 1951 Coffee Company, and Mezzo.
What is the average rent in Berkeley, CA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Telegraph neighborhood of Berkeley is currently $2,695 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Spectra Southside?
The schools assigned to Spectra Southside include Emerson Elementary School, Sylvia Mendez Elementary, and Berkeley High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Spectra Southside?
Spectra Southside is located near 3 grocery stores, including Downtown Berkeley Farmers Market (0.7 miles) and Ashby Marketplace (0.8 miles). Additional shopping options, including Games of Berkeley, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
What is the minimum and maximum rent for Spectra Southside?
The total price for an apartment unit in Spectra Southside ranges from $1,100 to $1,400. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
There are 6+ floor plans availableWith 146% more variety than properties in the area, you're sure to find a place that fits your lifestyle.
