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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas range
  • Shared front loading washer/dryer
  • All utilities except internet and cable

Location

1429 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
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Management

All East Bay Properties

Leasing office

(925) 259-3298

Property Overview

1429 Spruce offers a well-rounded living experience, featuring essential appliances such as a dishwasher and gas range, along with shared front-loading laundry facilities. Its Zumper Expert Rating reflects a favorable standing, while the property provides various pros such as convenient utility arrangements that include all utilities except internet and cable. Overall, it presents a blend of functionality and amenities suitable for diverse lifestyles.

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, 1429Spruce is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1429Spruce 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath625 sqft$2,300 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom Apartment (1 large bedroom and 1 small, best as a study or office) within easy walking distance to UC Berkeley. In a classic building in a wonderful north Berkeley neighborhood with great shops and restaurants close by. Nice, functional kitchen with a gas range, a large refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. (The fireplace you see in the pictures is decorative only, not for fires.) Includes complimentary use of a shared front loading washer/dryer in the common area. Shared use of the large common area back yard is also included. All utilities except internet and cable are included for a $75 per person monthly fee in addition to the rent. Available the first week in September on a month to month basis. A long term tenant is desired. Rent is $2,300 per month plus the $75 per per person utility fee. For more information or an appointment to view, call or text William Sievers at (FIVE-ONE-ZERO) NINE-ONE-SEVEN -- TWO-SIX-NINE-SEVEN William Sievers, Realtor (925) 259-3298 All East Bay Properties CalDRE# 01516255 *We are an Equal Opportunity Housing Provider and follow all fair housing laws. For more information, contact California Department of Fair Housing and Employment (DFEH) at www dfeh ca gov

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Amenities for 1429Spruce

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Units4
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About 1429Spruce

HomeApartments in Berkeley 1429Spruce

2 Bedroom Apartment (1 large bedroom and 1 small, best as a study or office) within easy walking distance to UC Berkeley. In a classic building in a wonderful north Berkeley neighborhood with great shops and restaurants close by. Nice, functional kitchen with a gas range, a large refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. (The fireplace you see in the pictures is decorative only, not for fires.) Includes complimentary use of a shared front loading washer/dryer in the common area. Shared use of the large common area back yard is also included. All utilities except internet and cable are included for a $75 per person monthly fee in addition to the rent. Available the first week in September on a month to month basis. A long term tenant is desired. Rent is $2,300 per month plus the $75 per per person utility fee. For more information or an appointment to view, call or text William Sievers at (FIVE-ONE-ZERO) NINE-ONE-SEVEN -- TWO-SIX-NINE-SEVEN William Sievers, Realtor (925) 259-3298 All East Bay Properties CalDRE# 01516255 *We are an Equal Opportunity Housing Provider and follow all fair housing laws. For more information, contact California Department of Fair Housing and Employment (DFEH) at www dfeh ca gov


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, 1429Spruce is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1429Spruce 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 1429Spruce
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, 1429Spruce is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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.
1429Spruce goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1429Spruce 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.
1429Spruce 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 1429Spruce 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.

1429Spruce is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 7 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 12 internet service provider options nearby

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 1429Spruce compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Berkeley

2-bedroom apartments at 1429Spruce cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Berkeley.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,900
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$1,924
June 2025$1,922
July 2025$1,898
August 2025$1,895
September 2025$1,869

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 1429Spruce

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A

Cragmont Elementary School

830 regal rd

berkeley, CA, 94708

K-5Public
A

Ruth Acty Elementary School

1400 ada st

berkeley, CA, 94702

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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Berkeley near 1429 Spruce 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

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1429 Spruce St, Berkeley

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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