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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Laundry facilities
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Bike storage
  • Large windows
  • On-site amenities

Location

2480 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Southside
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Management

The Lapham Company

Leasing office

(510) 328-3941

Property Overview

1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and livability, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1 and especially high marks for price and location. It features spacious floor plans, large windows, laundry facilities, bike storage, and on-site amenities, and is noted as a good option for work-from-home needs thanks to high-speed internet, natural light, and nearby service options.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

5/25 bed2 bath$8,450 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Edge, where convenience meets modern comfort! Located directly across the street from UC Berkeley, this prime location offers an unbeatable opportunity for students, faculty, and professionals who want to be where it all happens. The Edge features contemporary apartments designed for easy living, with spacious floor plans, stylish finishes, and large windows that bring in natural light. Each unit is furnished and thoughtfully equipped a couch, table, beds, desks, armoires, a flat screen TV, high-speed internet access (provided by Google and free to residents), modern kitchens, and ample storage to support your academic and personal lifestyle. Beyond your apartment, enjoy on-site amenities that make life easier, including secure access, laundry facilities, roof top deck, bike storage, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Step outside, and you're moments away from cafes, restaurants, bookstores, and everything Berkeley has to offer. Live on The Edge where UC Berkeley is your front yard, and the city is at your fingertips! Now leasing don't miss your chance to secure your spot! Check our Zillow link for availability: https www zillow com apartments berkeley-ca the-edge Cp2HQM #udp-462540928

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About 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge

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Welcome to The Edge, where convenience meets modern comfort! Located directly across the street from UC Berkeley, this prime location offers an unbeatable opportunity for students, faculty, and professionals who want to be where it all happens. The Edge features contemporary apartments designed for easy living, with spacious floor plans, stylish finishes, and large windows that bring in natural light. Each unit is furnished and thoughtfully equipped a couch, table, beds, desks, armoires, a flat screen TV, high-speed internet access (provided by Google and free to residents), modern kitchens, and ample storage to support your academic and personal lifestyle. Beyond your apartment, enjoy on-site amenities that make life easier, including secure access, laundry facilities, roof top deck, bike storage, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Step outside, and you're moments away from cafes, restaurants, bookstores, and everything Berkeley has to offer. Live on The Edge where UC Berkeley is your front yard, and the city is at your fingertips! Now leasing don't miss your chance to secure your spot! Check our Zillow link for availability: https www zillow com apartments berkeley-ca the-edge Cp2HQM #udp-462540928


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, 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge 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 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge
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.
1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge 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, 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge 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.
1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge 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 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge 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.

1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 6 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 7 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 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge compares to other nearby properties.

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Southside

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Southside
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,850
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$1,948
April 2026$1,961
May 2026$1,935
June 2026$1,895
July 2026$1,895
August 2026$1,859
September 2026$1,861
A table of studio rental data trends in Southside
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,845
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
April 2026$1,927
May 2026$1,844
June 2026$1,850
July 2026$1,861
August 2026$1,811
September 2026$1,795

Schools near 1p709 - 2480 Bancroft Way - The Edge

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 2480 Bancroft Way

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 2480 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
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

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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