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2520 College Avenue Apartments

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2520 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

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2520 College Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94704
(628) 600-1723
2520 College Avenue in Berkeley, CA - Building Photo

About 2520 College Avenue

LIMITED TIME OFFER: One month free on select units if you sign a lease on or before July 31st 2026

2520 College Avenue is located in the Elmwood Neighborhood and 94704 Zip code of Berkeley, CA. This community is professionally managed by Brick + Timber, Inc

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Balcony (In Select Units)
  • BBQ Area
  • Bike Storage
  • Common Area Laundry
  • Common Area Lounge
  • Dishwasher (In Select Units)
  • Garage
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer (In Select Units)
  • Online Payment Portal
  • Patio (In Select Units)
  • Pet Friendly
  • Resident Support Service
  • Shared Common Backyard
  • Storage

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–6:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

2520 College Avenue offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments having 708–1,117 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom 1 Bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 708 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability1 Bedroom 1 Bath708 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    1 Bed with Den 1 Bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 797 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability1 Bed with Den 1 Bath797 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1 Bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 795 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1 Bath795 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    2 Bedroom 2 Bath

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 721 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 2 Bath721 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom 2 Bath

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1117 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 2 Bath1117 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 49 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 1968

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$58.00

Parking Info and Fees

Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Courtyard
  • Gated
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Balcony

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
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2520 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Getting Around

  • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 80 / 100 Strong public transit

    Near rapid transit and frequent bus lines

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Shopping

    Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Parks

    Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Noise Level

    Some sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2520 College Avenue

Where is 2520 College Avenue located?

2520 College Avenue is located at 2520 College Ave near the Elmwood area of Berkeley, CA

What is the current rent range at 2520 College Avenue?

Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom to 3 options at 2520 College Avenue

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for 2520 College Avenue are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–6:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

  • Outdoors 3.0

    The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.0-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

    • Balconies
    • Patios
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Grill(s)
    • Courtyard
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Nearby Schools

Emerson Elementary School

Berkeley Unified School District
2800 Forest Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (283 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
7/10

Willard Middle School

Berkeley Unified School District
2425 Stuart Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (596 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
10/10

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

Berkeley Unified School District
2840 Ellsworth Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (379 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2520 College Avenue.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

2352 Shattuck Ave
3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

Safeway

5100 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

Walgreens

5055 Telegraph Ave
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of California, Berkeley

University Avenue and Oxford St
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

Berkeley City College

2050 Center Sreet
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

Samuel Merritt University

3100 Telegraph Avenue
6 minute drive / 2.86 miles away

Groceries

Safeway

5100 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

Trader Joe's

5733 Christie Ave
6 minute drive / 2.89 miles away

Whole Foods

1025 Gilman St
6 minute drive / 2.96 miles away

Hospitals

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

2450 Ashby Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland

747 52nd Street
5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond

275 West Macarthur Boulevard
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

Military Bases

Oakland Army Base

9 minute drive / 4.63 miles away

Military Reservation

9 minute drive / 4.63 miles away

Oakland/US Naval Supply Center

11 minute drive / 5.31 miles away

Parks and Recreation

San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site

1000 N. Point St.
21 minute drive / 10.21 miles away

Moscone Recreation Center

1800 Chestnut St.
23 minute drive / 10.78 miles away

Glen Canyon

70 Elk Str
23 minute drive / 10.99 miles away

2520 College Avenue has 3 parks within 11.0 miles, including San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site, Moscone Recreation Center, and Glen Canyon.

Restaurants and Dining

P.F. Chang's

5633 Bay Street
6 minute drive / 2.91 miles away

Buca Di Beppo - San Francisco

855 Howard Street
21 minute drive / 9.97 miles away

Shopping Centers

Prime Elmwood District Retail Corner

2948-2956 College Ave
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

College Ave. Liquor & Deli

3179-3185 College Ave
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Southside Square

2395-2399 Shattuck Ave
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

2520 College Avenue has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Ashby Station-Fremont - Richmond

3073 Adeline St
3 minute drive / 1.19 miles away

Ashby Station-Richmond - Millbrae

3073 Adeline St
3 minute drive / 1.19 miles away

Downtown Berkeley Station-Richmond - Millbrae

2096 Center St
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Berkeley Studio Apartments $2,230$748$3,895
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,670$765$5,177
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,479$780$10,000+
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,345$850$9,494
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,113$845$10,000+
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,761$795$10,000+
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,814$1,030$10,000+

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