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Highlights

  • Washers and dryers
  • Convenient shopping
  • Washer and dryers
  • Community kitchens
  • All utilities
  • Spacious communal bathrooms

Location

2490 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Southside
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Property Overview

The Telegraph Commons offers a strong mix of convenience and shared-living amenities, with all utilities included, community kitchens, washers and dryers, and spacious communal bathrooms. Its 7.2 Zumper Expert Rating reflects a solid option for renters, supported by a 10/10 amenities score, a 9/10 location score, convenient shopping, and nearby coworking-friendly spaces that make it appealing for work-from-home lifestyles.

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Zumper Expert Rating

7.2
Very Good
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

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Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath170+ sqft$765–$1,695 /mo5 units availableEASY Application & INTERNATIONAL application! INSTANT Approval! Note: for International students, please put: 111-11-1111 for Social Security number. For "Rental References" just put current address or international address. Now Leasing for Fall 2026-2027! We are a 3 minute / 2 block direct walk to UC Berkeley main entrance! Fully furnished & all utilities set up! Book Your Tour Today! Check out available times and reserve your spot: Weekdays: https calendly com christine-sgrealestateco sg-real-estate-tours?month=2026-07 Weekends: https calendly com telegraphcommonsmanager tour-availability?month=2026-02 For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact Christine at (510) 394-0336 or ****. Alternatively, if you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our Leasing Team at (510) 704-1240 or ****. We look forward to connecting with you! Welcome to Telegraph Commons in the Heart of Berkeley 2 blocks from UC Berkeley campus! Amazing onsite support & friendly & a empathetic supportive vibe! Located just two blocks from the UC Berkeley's campus on the vibrant street of Telegraph, Telegraph Commons is surrounded by all of the things that make Berkeley great including a wide variety of restaurants, convenient shopping, and of course, the UC Berkeley campus. All of our floors offer fully loaded inspiring community kitchens, spacious & well attended to communal bathrooms (our onsite Janitorial team is amazing!!), washer and dryers on each floor, and comfortable & cozy study lounges. All rooms come with a twin-sized bed, a desk, a chair, a closet, and a small refrigerator. To move in we require first month's rent and security deposit. There is a flat date $85 Amenity Fee per person which all utilities (water, garbage, trash), all building amenities, common area cleaning, and in-room Google Fiber wifi internet. 2026-2027 Pricing! Prices for Triples (Same Gender) starts at $850 Prices for Doubles (Same Gender) starts at $995 Prices for Singles start at $1495-$1550 Prices for XL Deluxe Singles start at $1695 Lease Lengths and Variable Pricing: We have options that best suit your needs. Short term leases are available, to best align with your travel or academic calendar. Apply now at Telegraphcommons. com Lease Lengths and Variable Pricing: We have options that best suit your needs. Short term leases are available, to best align with your travel or academic calendar. Note: Pricing is dependent on floor level, floor plan, in-unit sink or no sink, timing & availability of product. Apply now at Telegraphcommons. com Other Important Details: Pets: Due to shared commons spaces, we kindly do not accept pets at this location. Parking: Building does not have parking (please inquire within regarding additional parking spaces that may be available at our other buildings) Kitchens/Baths: Shared kitchen on each floor with large communal bathrooms and one private bathroom per floor! (Our private rooms do not include a private bathroom) VIRTUAL 3D TOURS: 3D Tour: 4th Floor Common Area/Kitchen: https my matterport com show ?m=LRb8jtbp6zT 3D Tour: Various Rooms and Layouts: https my matterport com show ?m=SQ9ksvppCuZ Video Tour: https youtu be ISzsNqcagpI *Pricing, and availability subject to change. Please contact our leasing office for complete information on monthly rental rates and any additional charges that may apply. We want to help you as quickly as possible! Because we are often in the field conduc..

Schools near SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB!

Emerson Elementary School

2800 forest ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

2840 ellsworth st

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A-

Washington Elementary School

2300 mlk jr way

berkeley, CA, 94704

K-5Public
A

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A

John Muir Elementary School

2955 claremont ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Berkeley near 2490 Channing Way

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

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 2490 Channing Way, Berkeley

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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