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Highlights

  • Spacious studio
  • Business center
  • Shared laundry
  • On-site property manager
  • Range / oven
  • No smoking

Location

2525 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Southside
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Management

Landis Family LLC

Leasing office

(510) 841-3531

Property Overview

Castle Craig features a spacious studio, business center, shared laundry, and on-site property management, making it a notable choice for renters. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1 out of 10, it offers excellent value and an impressive array of amenities, complemented by a location rating of 9 out of 10 that ensures convenience to various attractions. Additionally, it stands out in the market for its competitive pricing and transparency, featuring detailed information and multiple photos for potential renters.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Castle Craig is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Castle Craig 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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Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath329+ sqft$2,600–$2,800 /mo3 units availableSpacious studio available for rent and ready to move in Summary: *Address: 2525 Durant Ave. *We pay for water, garbage, and Gas *Full Kitchen/Full Bath *On-site property manager *Wonderful neighborhood * Bedrooms: Studio *Bathrooms: 1 *Monthly Rent: 2600.00 *Deposit: 2500.00 *Lease Terms: 12 Months *Move Date: June 01st *Moving cost: First month and security deposit. *Pets or animals: No *Max. Occu: 1 *Laundry: Laundry shared *Total Units: 30 in the building.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath407+ sqft$2,800–$3,100 /mo8 units available2525 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 $3,003/mo KEY FEATURES *Bedrooms: Huge one-bedroom *Bathrooms: 1 Bath *Parking: None *Lease Duration: 1 Year (See Details Below) *Deposit: $3003 *Pets Policy: No Pets Allowed *Laundry: Shared *Property Type: Apartment DESCRIPTION Spacious one-bedroom available for rent and ready to move in ASAP Summary: *We pay for water and garbage and Gas. *Full Kitchen/Full Bath *On-site property manager *Wonderful neighborhood *Unit #: 2525 Durant Ave. *Bedrooms: 1 *Bathrooms: 1 *Monthly Rent:3003.00 *Deposit: 3003.00 *Lease Terms: 9 Months *Pets or animals: No *Laundry: shared RENTAL FEATURES *Range / Oven COMMUNITY FEATURES Business center LEASE TERMS * Monthly Rent: $3003.00 * Deposit: 3003.00 * Lease Terms: 12 Months * Pets or animals: Sorry - No * Smoking: No *Max.Occu: 3 *NOTE: Photos are of a representative apartment in the building. The currently available unit may differ from the unit pictured above. OPEN HOUSE: Monday through Friday at 1 PM. If you have any questions, please call us at 510-841-3531.

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About Castle Craig

HomeApartments in BerkeleySouthside Castle Craig

Spacious studio available for rent and ready to move in Summary: *Address: 2525 Durant Ave. *We pay for water, garbage, and Gas *Full Kitchen/Full Bath *On-site property manager *Wonderful neighborhood * Bedrooms: Studio *Bathrooms: 1 *Monthly Rent: 2600.00 *Deposit: 2500.00 *Lease Terms: 12 Months *Move Date: June 01st *Moving cost: First month and security deposit. *Pets or animals: No *Max. Occu: 1 *Laundry: Laundry shared *Total Units: 30 in the building.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Castle Craig is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Castle Craig 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 Castle Craig
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.
Castle Craig 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Castle Craig is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Castle Craig 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 Castle Craig does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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 Castle Craig compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 307 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 162 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Southside

Studio apartments at Castle Craig cost about 30% more than the average rent price for studios in Southside.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in Southside.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Southside
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
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
November 2025$1,900
December 2025$1,889
January 2026$1,895
February 2026$1,889
March 2026$1,932
A table of studio rental data trends in Southside
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,957
May 2024$1,895
June 2024$1,985
July 2024$1,995
August 2024$1,904
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

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Schools near Castle Craig

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 2525 Durant Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 2525 Durant Ave, 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

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

High schools

10/10
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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Friendly Market
127 Berkeley Sq

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