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1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 588-1368
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The U at California

1598 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 588-1368
The U at California in Berkeley, CA - Building Photo
Student Housing
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,095–$4,645Rent Pricing
  • 356–761Square Feet

About The U at California

Welcome to The U @ California Modern Living Near Cal Berkeley A brand-new luxury apartment community perfectly positioned just a 15-minute walk to UC Berkeley and a 10-minute walk to the North Berkeley BART station. Enjoy effortless access to campus, downtown San Francisco, and beyond all while living in a stylish retreat with breathtaking bay views. Indulge in incredible amenities, including a karaoke and media room, state-of-the-art fitness center and climbing wall, resident club room, and co-working spaces. Designed for modern comfort, our apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows, open-concept layouts, and high-end finishes. Gourmet kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms make every home a perfect blend of sophistication and relaxation.

The U at California is located in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood and 94703 Zip code of Berkeley, CA.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The U at California offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,095 and having 356–761 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $2,275

    Premium View Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 356-362 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,275 October 1, 2025The U at California-404361$2,275
    $2,275 October 1, 2025The U at California-406362$2,275
    $2,275 October 1, 2025The U at California-408359$2,275

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,275 - $2,552

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,275 - $2,502

    Deposit

    • $2,275 deposit

    Unit The U at California-404 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,275

    Deposit

    • $2,275 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,275 - $2,552

    Unit The U at California-406 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,275

    Deposit

    • $2,275 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,275 - $2,552

    Unit The U at California-408 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,275

    Deposit

    • $2,275 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,275 - $2,552

    From $2,225

    View Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 357-361 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,225 October 1, 2025The U at California-308357$2,225
    $2,225 October 1, 2025The U at California-310360$2,225
    $2,225 October 1, 2025The U at California-415360$2,225

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,225 - $2,447

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,225 - $2,447

    Deposit

    • $2,225 deposit

    Unit The U at California-308 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,225

    Deposit

    • $2,225 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,225 - $2,447

    Unit The U at California-310 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,225

    Deposit

    • $2,225 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,225 - $2,447

    Unit The U at California-415 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,225

    Deposit

    • $2,225 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,225 - $2,447

    From $2,095

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 358-377 sq ftCheapest StudioThis is the cheapest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Oct 1

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,095 October 1, 2025The U at California-208368$2,095
    $2,095 October 1, 2025The U at California-212377$2,095
    $2,095 October 1, 2025The U at California-215370$2,095

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,095 - $2,304

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,095 - $2,304

    Deposit

    • $2,095 deposit

    Unit The U at California-208 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,095

    Deposit

    • $2,095 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,095 - $2,304

    Unit The U at California-212 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,095

    Deposit

    • $2,095 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,095 - $2,304

    Unit The U at California-215 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,095

    Deposit

    • $2,095 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,095 - $2,304

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $2,695

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 493-499 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,695 October 1, 2025The U at California-407493$2,695
    $2,695 October 1, 2025The U at California-531499$2,695
    $2,750 October 1, 2025The U at California-607493$2,695

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,695 - $3,060

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,695 - $3,015

    Deposit

    • $2,695 deposit

    Unit The U at California-407 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,695

    Deposit

    • $2,695 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,695 - $3,060

    Unit The U at California-531 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,695

    Deposit

    • $2,695 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,695 - $3,060

    Unit The U at California-607 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $2,750

    Deposit

    • $2,695 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,695 - $3,060

    View 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 545 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableView 1 Bedroom545 sq ft

    View Balcony 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 608 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableView Balcony 1 Bedroom608 sq ft
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  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $4,150

    View Balcony 2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $4,150 October 1, 2025The U at California-801695$4,150

    Unit The U at California-801 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $4,150

    Deposit

    • $4,150 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,150 - $4,565

    From $3,950

    Premium View Balcony 2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 700 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,950 October 1, 2025The U at California-736700$3,950
    $4,250 October 1, 2025The U at California-802700$3,950
    $4,250 October 1, 2025The U at California-836700$3,950

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,950 - $4,645

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,950 - $4,645

    Deposit

    • $3,950 deposit

    Unit The U at California-736 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,950

    Deposit

    • $3,950 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,950 - $4,645

    Unit The U at California-802 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $4,250

    Deposit

    • $3,950 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,950 - $4,645

    Unit The U at California-836 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $4,250

    Deposit

    • $3,950 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,950 - $4,645

    From $3,495

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 739-761 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Oct 1

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,495 October 1, 2025The U at California-202761$3,495
    $3,495 October 1, 2025The U at California-302744$3,495
    $3,495 October 1, 2025The U at California-336739$3,495

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,495 - $3,844

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,495 - $3,844

    Deposit

    • $3,495 deposit

    Unit The U at California-202 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,495

    Deposit

    • $3,495 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,495 - $3,844

    Unit The U at California-302 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,495

    Deposit

    • $3,495 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,495 - $3,844

    Unit The U at California-336 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,495

    Deposit

    • $3,495 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,495 - $3,844

    From $3,595

    View 2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 742-749 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,595 October 1, 2025The U at California-401748$3,595
    $3,595 October 1, 2025The U at California-435742$3,595
    $3,595 October 1, 2025The U at California-436744$3,595

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,595 - $4,154

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,595 - $3,954

    Deposit

    • $3,595 deposit

    Unit The U at California-401 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,595

    Deposit

    • $3,595 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,595 - $4,154

    Unit The U at California-435 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,595

    Deposit

    • $3,595 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,595 - $4,154

    Unit The U at California-436 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,595

    Deposit

    • $3,595 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,595 - $4,154

    From $3,650

    Premium View 2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 742-761 sq ftAvailable Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,650 October 1, 2025The U at California-424742$3,650
    $3,650 October 1, 2025The U at California-502747$3,650
    $3,650 October 1, 2025The U at California-514761$3,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,650 - $4,515

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,650 - $4,015

    Deposit

    • $3,650 deposit

    Unit The U at California-424 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,650

    Deposit

    • $3,650 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,650 - $4,515

    Unit The U at California-502 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,650

    Deposit

    • $3,650 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,650 - $4,515

    Unit The U at California-514 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $3,650

    Deposit

    • $3,650 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,650 - $4,515
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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Property Information

  • Built in 2025
  • 8 Stories
  • 207 Units

Lease Terms

  • 5 months, 10 months, 12 months
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Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

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Features and Amenities

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Lounge
  • Clubhouse

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
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1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

Hours and Contact Info

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(510) 588-1368
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–5:00 pm
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Frequently Asked Questions about The U at California

Where is The U at California located?

The U at California is located at 1598 University Ave near the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley, CA

What is the current rent range at The U at California?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The U at California currently range from $2,095 to $4,645

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The U at California are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–5:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Luxury 3.2

    The Luxury rating shows you how this community's high end floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Luxury rating is based on the following features:

    • Fitness Center
    • Clubhouse
    • Lounge

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The The U at California Apartments are 4.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area, and 4.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,095$2,537-$442-17.4%
    1 Bedroom$2,695$2,738-$43-1.6%
    2 Bedroom$3,495$3,333+$1624.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Berkeley

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,095$2,470-$375-15.2%
    1 Bedroom$2,695$2,752-$57-2.1%
    2 Bedroom$3,495$3,376+$1193.5%

    Methodology: On 06/13/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1622 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The U at California (Downtown Berkeley), and 3267 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 06/13/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

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
7/10

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

Berkeley Unified
1645 Milvia Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (395 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 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
8/10

Berkeley High

Berkeley Unified
1980 Allston Way
Public School - Grades 9-12 (3204 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The U at California.

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

The U at California 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

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
Southside Square
2395-2399 Shattuck Ave
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

The U at California has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 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

Nearby Neighborhoods

Central Berkeley

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $849
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Downtown Berkeley

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $795
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Gourmet Ghetto

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $795
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Berkeley Studio Apartments $2,470$999$5,006
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,752$795$5,429
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,376$800$7,607
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,134$849$9,300
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,258$1,165$10,000+
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,909$1,290$10,000+
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,931$1,315$10,000+

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