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Highlights

  • Maple cabinetry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Laminate flooring
  • Spacious 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
  • Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom

Location

1444 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA|Gourmet Ghetto
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Management

Empower Realty Group

Leasing office

(925) 489-0735

Property Overview

1444 Walnut St. received a strong overall rating of 8.5 from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, highlighted by granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. With a location rating of 9, it offers great accessibility to local attractions and schools, enhancing quality of life. The property stands out with ample photographs for potential renters and ranks in the top percentile for value per square foot, indicating an attractive investment opportunity.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1444 Walnut St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1444 Walnut St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath715 sqft$2,250 /mo1 unit availableUp for rent is a spacious 1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment with over 715 sqft of living space. The inviting space features a large living dining area combo, laminate flooring, a well laid out functional kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The location is a walker's paradise with a walkscore of 96, close of all the fabulous restaurants and dining options the Gourmet Ghetto has to offer, close proximity to Downtown Berkeley BART Station, and the prestigious UC Berkeley Campus is just three blocks away. Water and Garbage utilities are included. Parking and storage available for an additional fee. Please inquire for a tour today. 1 Year lease term
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath836 sqft$2,850 /mo1 unit availableUp for rent is a spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment with over 836 sqft of living space. The inviting space features a large living dining area combo, laminate flooring, a well laid out functional kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The location is a walker's paradise with a walkscore of 96, close of all the fabulous restaurants and dining options the Gourmet Ghetto has to offer, close proximity to Downtown Berkeley BART Station, and the prestigious UC Berkeley Campus is just three blocks away. Water and Garbage utilities are included. Parking and storage available for an additional fee. Please inquire for a tour today. 1 Year lease term

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Amenities for 1444 Walnut St.

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Services

Water and Garbage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 1444 Walnut St.

HomeApartments in BerkeleyGourmet Ghetto 1444 Walnut St.

Up for rent is a spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment with over 836 sqft of living space. The inviting space features a large living dining area combo, laminate flooring, a well laid out functional kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The location is a walker's paradise with a walkscore of 96, close of all the fabulous restaurants and dining options the Gourmet Ghetto has to offer, close proximity to Downtown Berkeley BART Station, and the prestigious UC Berkeley Campus is just three blocks away. Water and Garbage utilities are included. Parking and storage available for an additional fee. Please inquire for a tour today. 1 Year lease term


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1444 Walnut St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1444 Walnut St. 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 1444 Walnut St.
Price·10A 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.
1444 Walnut St. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
1444 Walnut St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water and garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1444 Walnut St. 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.
1444 Walnut St. 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·6A 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.
While 1444 Walnut St. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1444 Walnut St. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 1444 Walnut St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 576 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Gourmet Ghetto

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% lower than 1-bedrooms in Gourmet Ghetto.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1444 Walnut St. to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gourmet Ghetto.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Gourmet Ghetto
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,931
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$1,892
A table of studio rental data trends in Gourmet Ghetto
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,950

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$90,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Schools near 1444 Walnut St.

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A

Ruth Acty Elementary School

1400 ada st

berkeley, CA, 94702

K-5Public
A

Cragmont Elementary School

830 regal rd

berkeley, CA, 94708

K-5Public
A

Washington Elementary School

2300 mlk jr way

berkeley, CA, 94704

K-5Public
A

Thousand Oaks Elementary School

840 colusa ave

berkeley, CA, 94707

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Berkeley near 1444 Walnut St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1444 Walnut St, Berkeley

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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