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Highlights

  • Elevator
  • Intercom system
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Very neat bathroom
  • Neat and spacious two-bedroom apartment

Location

2442 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Southside
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Management

Raj Properties

Leasing office

(844) 326-6575 ext. 8751

Property Overview

2442 Piedmont Avenue earns a strong overall rating of 8.7/10, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid quality and trustworthiness. Key pros include the nearby top-rated elementary school and an extensive photo set, while features like an elevator, intercom system, on-site laundry, and a neat, spacious two-bedroom layout add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 2442 Piedmont Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2442 Piedmont Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2442 Piedmont Avenue - 162 bed1 bath675 sqft$3,150 /moMOVE IN READY! Stylish and elegant, 2 bedroom/1 bath a few blocks away from Downtown Berkeley & UC Berkeley. Neat, spacious two-bedroom apartment in a great location. The unit features a large living room and balcony. The bathroom is very neat and features 2 sinks and a bathtub. Each room has a closet, and there is an additional closet in the hallway. Amenities include an on-site laundry facility, elevator, and intercom system. Schedule your private tour today by calling our leasing office !!! (NO PETS ALLOWED)
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Amenities for 2442 Piedmont Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedWater

Building

Controlled AccessElevator
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGate

Services

Availability 24 HoursOn-Site Management
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Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Building details

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About 2442 Piedmont Avenue

HomeApartments in BerkeleySouthside 2442 Piedmont Avenue

- MOVE IN READY! Stylish and elegant, 2 bedroom/1 bath a few blocks away from Downtown Berkeley & UC Berkeley. Neat, spacious two-bedroom apartment in a great location. The unit features a large living room and balcony. The bathroom is very neat and features 2 sinks and a bathtub. Each room has a closet, and there is an additional closet in the hallway. Amenities include an on-site laundry facility, elevator, and intercom system. Schedule your private tour today by calling our leasing office !!! (NO PETS ALLOWED)


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 2442 Piedmont Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2442 Piedmont Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2442 Piedmont Avenue
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
2442 Piedmont Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2442 Piedmont Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including availability 24 hours. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2442 Piedmont Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2442 Piedmont Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·8A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 2442 Piedmont Avenue to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 2442 Piedmont Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Southside

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2442 Piedmont Avenue to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Southside.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Southside
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,922
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$1,892
November 2025$1,900
December 2025$1,889
January 2026$1,895
February 2026$1,889
March 2026$1,948
April 2026$1,961
May 2026$1,935
June 2026$1,895
July 2026$1,895
August 2026$1,872
A table of studio rental data trends in Southside
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,910
September 2024$1,807
October 2024$1,957
November 2024$1,995
December 2024$1,995
January 2025$1,995
February 2025$1,995
March 2025$1,907
April 2025$1,899
May 2025$1,896
June 2025$1,908
July 2025$1,886
August 2025$1,718
September 2025$1,850
October 2025$1,807
November 2025$1,888
December 2025$1,884
January 2026$1,882
February 2026$1,917
March 2026$1,995
April 2026$1,927
May 2026$1,844
June 2026$1,850
July 2026$1,861
August 2026$1,825

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2442 Piedmont Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$126,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $126,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,150.
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Schools near 2442 Piedmont Avenue

Emerson Elementary School

2800 forest ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A

John Muir Elementary School

2955 claremont 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
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Getting around Berkeley near 2442 Piedmont Ave

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2442 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

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

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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