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1988 California Street1988 California Street, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $1,750–$1,797 |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
5+ Days Ago
Studio 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 94703 |
Highlights
- large closet
- large living room
- shared laundry in building
- shared laundry in the building
Units
1988 California Street, Berkeley, CA
1988 California Street Berkeley, CA
Available
60
Studio
1 Bath
$1,797
Available
55
1 Bed
1 Bath
$1,750
On-Site Laundry
Amenities for 1988 California Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
Policies at 1988 California Street
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1988 California Street
Welcome to 1988 California St, nestled in the heart of Berkeley Flats! This charming property consists of 7 units, offering studio and 1-bedroom options to suit your needs. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including on-site laundry, large closets, spacious living rooms, lovely hardwood floors, and a generous kitchen and dining space. The building is conveniently located near top-rated schools, with four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school all within close proximity, boasting A- or higher ratings. With its long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living arrangement. Please note that this is a pet-free community. Come and experience the best of Berkeley living!
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Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 94703 |
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1988 California Street, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Berkeley
Studio apartments at 1988 California St #60 cost about 11% less than the average rent price for studios in Berkeley Flats.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Berkeley Flats.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Berkeley Flats
Berkeley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,929 |
| December 2023 | $1,900 |
| January 2024 | $1,899 |
| February 2024 | $1,995 |
| March 2024 | $1,995 |
| April 2024 | $1,966 |
| May 2024 | $1,895 |
| June 2024 | $1,826 |
| July 2024 | $1,823 |
| August 2024 | $1,888 |
| September 2024 | $1,861 |
| October 2024 | $1,897 |
| November 2024 | $1,870 |
| December 2024 | $1,909 |
| January 2025 | $1,980 |
| February 2025 | $1,983 |
| March 2025 | $1,990 |
| April 2025 | $1,960 |
| May 2025 | $1,924 |
| June 2025 | $1,922 |
| July 2025 | $1,898 |
| August 2025 | $1,895 |
| September 2025 | $1,871 |
| October 2025 | $1,891 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,850 |
| March 2024 | $1,838 |
| April 2024 | $1,903 |
| May 2024 | $1,811 |
| June 2024 | $1,791 |
| July 2024 | $1,736 |
| August 2024 | $1,664 |
| September 2024 | $1,608 |
| October 2024 | $1,596 |
| November 2024 | $1,589 |
| December 2024 | $1,574 |
| January 2025 | $1,499 |
| February 2025 | $1,493 |
| March 2025 | $1,537 |
| April 2025 | $1,821 |
| May 2025 | $1,995 |
| June 2025 | $1,892 |
| July 2025 | $1,895 |
| August 2025 | $1,893 |
| September 2025 | $1,879 |
| October 2025 | $1,991 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $1,795 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $1,895 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $1,895 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,999 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,699 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,899 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1988 California St #60
Washington Elementary School
2300 mlk jr way
berkeley, CA, 94704
K-5Public
A
Oxford Elementary School
1222 univ ave
berkeley, CA, 94702
K-5Public
A
Ruth Acty Elementary School
1400 ada st
berkeley, CA, 94702
K-5Public
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
1645 milvia st
berkeley, CA, 94709
K-5Public
A
Malcolm X Elementary School
1731 prince st
berkeley, CA, 94703
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Berkeley near 1988 California Street
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1988 California Street, Berkeley
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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