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The U at California Apartments
1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA

Victory Property Group

1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA
8.5
Very Good
Monthly rent$2,095–$4,645
BedsStudios–2
Baths1
Sqft356–761
Monthly rent$2,095–$4,645
BedsStudios–2
Baths1
Sqft356–761
modified
19 Minutes Ago

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  • New Construction

Location

1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA|Berkeley Flats
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Victory Property Group

Leasing office

(510) 380-5811

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Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath357+ sqft$2,095–$2,304 /mo10 units available
View StudioStudio1 bath357+ sqft$2,225–$2,447 /mo10 units available
Premium View StudioStudio1 bath356+ sqft$2,275–$2,552 /mo10 units available
1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath493+ sqft$2,650–$3,060 /mo10 units available
View 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath545 sqft$2,750–$3,070 /mo3 units available
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath739+ sqft$3,495–$3,844 /mo5 units available
View 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath742+ sqft$3,595–$4,154 /mo10 units available
Premium View 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath742+ sqft$3,650–$4,515 /mo10 units available
Premium View Balcony 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath700 sqft$3,950–$4,645 /mo3 units available
View Balcony 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath695 sqft$4,150–$4,565 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The U at California

Building

Business CenterClubhouse
Fitness CenterFree Weights
Residents LoungeTV Lounge

Services

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

Policies and fees

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Year built2025
Units207
Lease terms5–12 months
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About The U at California

HomeApartments in BerkeleyBerkeley Flats The U at California

The U at California cost $2,095–$4,645 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: business center and fitness center. Located at 1598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA, The U at California has studio — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Berkeley, renting an apartment at The U at California is 52% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Berkeley include but are not limited to: 670 King Street, 1010 16th St, 333 Fremont St, 2000 Ardent Way


Year Built: 2025

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, The U at California is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The U at California 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 The U at California
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.
The U at California 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.
The U at California goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The U at California 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.
The U at California 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The U at California to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 The U at California compares to other nearby properties.

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Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Berkeley Flats

Studio apartments at The U at California cost about 10% more than the average rent price for studios in Berkeley Flats.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% higher than 1-bedrooms in Berkeley Flats.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The U at California to be 22% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Berkeley Flats.

Median rents as of May 3 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
May 2023$1,995
June 2023$1,990
July 2023$1,940
August 2023$1,903
September 2023$1,891
October 2023$1,902
November 2023$1,929
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$1,900
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley Flats
MonthMedian Rent
May 2023$2,095
June 2023$2,095
July 2023$2,045
September 2023$1,750
February 2024$1,850
March 2024$1,838
April 2024$1,903
May 2024$1,811
June 2024$1,791
July 2024$1,736
August 2024$1,664
September 2024$1,608
October 2024$1,596
November 2024$1,589
December 2024$1,574
January 2025$1,499
February 2025$1,493
March 2025$1,537
April 2025$1,821
May 2025$1,995

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Schools near The U at California

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

Jefferson Elementary School

1400 ada st

berkeley, CA, 94702

K-5Public
A

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

K-5Public
A-

Leconte Elementary School

2840 ellsworth st

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Berkeley near 1598 University 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

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 1598 University Ave, 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
Some 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 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Maya Cafe
1704 University Ave
Trader Joe's
1885 University Ave
Pyeong Chang Tofu
1269 University Ave
Cedar Market
1601 California St
B N Foods USA LLC
2030 Addison St
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