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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • On-site laundry
  • High-speed wi-fi
  • Private bedroom
  • Professional on-site management and maintenance
  • Secure controlled-access entry

Location

2435 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA|Poet's Corner
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Management

Wang Brothers Investments LLC

Leasing office

(510) 707-4688

Property Overview

Poets Place Apartment earns a strong 8 out of 10 overall, supported by standout scores for amenities and location, plus competitive value and solid trustworthiness. It offers convenient access, on-site laundry, high-speed wi-fi, private bedrooms, secure controlled-access entry, and professional on-site management and maintenance, with 17 photos and strong value for money adding to its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Poets Place Apartment is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Poets Place Apartment has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath174+ sqft$1,600–$2,200 /mo8 units availableWelcome to Poets Place, a professionally managed co-living community in Berkeley offering private suites designed for students, researchers, and professionals. Features include: Private bedroom and private bathroom Utilities included (water, electricity, gas, trash, and common area maintenance) Shared modern kitchens Secure controlled-access entry On-site laundry Optional high-speed Wi-Fi ($23/month) Furnished options available Professional on-site management and maintenance Conveniently located near UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley, BART, AC Transit, shopping, restaurants, and everyday conveniences. Lease Information Private suites ranging from approximately 174–273 sq. ft. Security deposit equal to one month's rent Fixed-term leases available Furnished and short-term options may be available (subject to availability) Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn about current availability.

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Amenities for Poets Place Apartment

Apartment Amenities

BalconyUtilities Included

Tech

Free High Speed WiFi

Building

Bike StorageOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Rooftop Terrace
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One-time. Refundable.

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About Poets Place Apartment

HomeApartments in BerkeleyPoet's Corner Poets Place Apartment

Poets Place Berkeley offers a modern living experience in the heart of West Berkeley at 2435 San Pablo Avenue. Designed with students and young professionals in mind, Poets Place combines comfort, convenience, and style. Each studio includes all utilities and high-speed Wi-Fi, so you can stay connected and focus on what matters most.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Poets Place Apartment is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Poets Place Apartment has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Poets Place Apartment
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Poets Place Apartment is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Poet's Corner. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Poets Place Apartment goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike storage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Poets Place Apartment 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.
Poets Place Apartment 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 Poets Place Apartment 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.

Poets Place Apartment is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 Poets Place Apartment compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Extra storage
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.0 miles away

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Rent trends in Poet's Corner

studio apartments at Poets Place Apartment cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Poet's Corner.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Poet's Corner
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,850
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$1,859
September 2026$1,868
October 2026$1,932
A table of studio rental data trends in Poet's Corner
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,650
September 2025$1,650
October 2025$1,695
December 2025$1,650
January 2026$1,650
March 2026$1,650
April 2026$1,750

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Can I afford to live at 2435 San Pablo Ave?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near Poets Place Apartment

Oxford Elementary School

1222 univ ave

berkeley, CA, 94702

K-5Public
A

Washington Elementary School

2300 mlk jr way

berkeley, CA, 94704

K-5Public
A

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

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
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Getting around Berkeley near 2435 San Pablo Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 2435 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

Groceries

8/10
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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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