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1630 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
(510) 871-8090
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California Apartments

1630 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
(510) 871-8090
California Apartments in Berkeley, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $1,450Pricing
  • 365Square Feet

About California Apartments

California Apartments is a lovingly-maintained, 100-year-old building with many long-term residents. The apartments in have hardwood floors, tall ceilings, gas stoves and great bathtubs. There is room in the kitchen for a table. There is shared on-site laundry and a garden patio. This is a 1-year lease, and no pets are allowed. Off-street parking is available for an extra $100 - $125/month. There is a shared laundry room with new machines. The location is fantastic - easy walking and biking distance to BART, theaters, shops, and restaurants. The on-site manager has lived in the building for over 20 years. She is friendly and responsive. To move in, you will pay the 1st month of rent and a deposit equal to 1 month of rent. For utilities, the tenants pay for gas and electricity, and the owner pays for water, hot water, and garbage. The tenant also pays for their own internet - each apartment has been wired for high-speed fiber if you want it. The unit is available now. Are you our new neighbor?

California Apartments is located in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood and 94702 Zip code of Berkeley, CA. This community is professionally managed by Barcelon Associates Management Corporation

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

California Apartments offers Studio apartments starting from $1,450 and having 365 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      Studio, Mid-Sized

      $1,450

      Studio, 1 Bath, 365 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,450Available Now23365

      Unit 23 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Intercom
      • Smoke Free
      • Tub/Shower

      Kitchen

      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Freezer
      • Gas Range
      • Granite Countertops
      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Living Space

      • Double Pane Windows
      • Hardwood Floors

      Unit 23 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,450

      Deposit

      • $1,450 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,450
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (510) 871-8090 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 49 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1924

    Lease Terms

    • 1 year

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per Applicant$35

    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

    On-Site Services

    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Vintage Building
    • Elevator

    Interior Features

    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower
    • Intercom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Gas Range
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Eat In Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Oven
    • Granite Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Double Pane Windows
    • Hardwood Floors

    Outdoor Features

    • Patio
    Google Map

    Map

    1630 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Friday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Saturday9:00 am–9:00 pm
    Sunday9:00 am–9:00 pm

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    95 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    100 / 100

    Biker's Paradise

    Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

    Transit Score®

    70 / 100

    Excellent Transit

    Transit is convenient for most trips

    Frequently Asked Questions about California Apartments

    Where is California Apartments located?

    California Apartments is located at 1630 University Ave near the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley, CA

    What is the current rent range at California Apartments?

    Studio at California Apartments currently start from $1,450. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for California Apartments are
    • Monday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Saturday 9:00 am–9:00 pm
    • Sunday 9:00 am–9:00 pm

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The California Apartments Apartments are 41.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area, and 40.1% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,450$2,467-$1,017-41.2%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Berkeley

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,450$2,420-$970-40.1%

      Methodology: On 10/28/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1007 other apartment communities in the immediate area around California Apartments (Downtown Berkeley), and 1769 other apartment communities in Berkeley using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 10/28/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.4

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

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.0
    0 Renters Reviews
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    Nearby Schools

    Berkeley High

    Berkeley Unified
    1980 Allston Way
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (3204 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    9/10

    Willard Middle

    Berkeley Unified
    2425 Stuart Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (596 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
    9/10

    Washington Elementary

    Berkeley Unified
    2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way
    Public School - Grades K-5 (395 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
    8/10

    Malcolm X Elementary

    Berkeley Unified
    1731 Prince Street
    Public School - Grades K-5 (459 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
    8/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from California Apartments.

    Big Box and Retail

    Staples

    2352 Shattuck Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

    Walgreens

    1050 Gilman St
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    Target

    1055-1057 Eastshore Hwy
    5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Berkeley City College

    2050 Center Sreet
    1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

    University of California, Berkeley

    University Avenue and Oxford St
    4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

    Samuel Merritt University

    3100 Telegraph Avenue
    7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

    Groceries

    Whole Foods

    1025 Gilman St
    3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

    Trader Joe's

    5733 Christie Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

    Safeway

    5100 Broadway
    6 minute drive / 2.97 miles away

    Hospitals

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

    2450 Ashby Avenue
    4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

    Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland

    747 52nd Street
    5 minute drive / 2.35 miles away

    Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond

    275 West Macarthur Boulevard
    7 minute drive / 3.41 miles away

    Military Bases

    Military Reservation

    7 minute drive / 3.72 miles away

    Oakland Army Base

    8 minute drive / 4.16 miles away

    Oakland/US Naval Supply Center

    10 minute drive / 5.04 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site

    1000 N. Point St.
    19 minute drive / 9.03 miles away

    Moscone Recreation Center

    1800 Chestnut St.
    20 minute drive / 9.61 miles away

    Glen Canyon

    70 Elk Str
    21 minute drive / 10.07 miles away

    California Apartments has 5 parks within 10.9 miles, including San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site, Moscone Recreation Center, Glen Canyon, Alta Plaza Park, and duboce park.

    Restaurants and Dining

    P.F. Chang's

    5633 Bay Street
    5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

    Buca Di Beppo - San Francisco

    855 Howard Street
    19 minute drive / 9.08 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    University Ave Cottages - 2nd Floor Office

    1952-1958 University Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

    Model Shoe Renew

    1930-1936 Shattuck Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

    Identity Logan Park

    2352 Shattuck Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

    California Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

    Transit Stations

    North Berkeley Station-Fremont - Richmond

    1750 Sacramento Street
    1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away

    North Berkeley Station-Richmond - Millbrae

    1750 Sacramento Street
    1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away

    Downtown Berkeley Station-Richmond - Millbrae

    2096 Center St
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Berkeley Studio Apartments $2,420$995$10,000+
    Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,463$600$5,291
    Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,020$550$10,000+
    Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,197$775$10,000+
    Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,948$1,150$10,000+
    Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,482$1,140$10,000+

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