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Highlights

  • Open design
  • Updated bathroom
  • Extended/oversized closet
  • One off-street parking space
  • Newer appliances
  • Spacious

Location

1280 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA|Poet's Corner
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Management

Toro Property Management

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(844) 494-6592 ext. 9539

Property Overview

1280 University Avenue offers strong value, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, a top price score, and high marks for amenities and location. Its open design, updated bathroom, oversized closet, newer appliances, and off-street parking add to the appeal, while walkability, nearby transit, park access, and on-site recycling or composting make it stand out for convenient, eco-conscious living.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1280 University Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1280 University Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1280 University Avenue - B1 bed1 bath$2,000 /moLovely first floor apartment on University St. This rear apartment limits the street and traffic noise. The open design makes it spacious with no wasted space. The bedroom is a good size and has an extended/oversize closet with mirrored sliding doors. it has new paint, new Pergo wood flooring, newer appliances, undated bathroom with large tub/shower insert. Close to campus, shopping, services, public transit and one off-street parking space in rear. Perfect place to be.

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About 1280 University Avenue

HomeApartments in BerkeleyPoet's Corner 1280 University Avenue

Lovely first floor apartment on University St. This rear apartment limits the street and traffic noise. The open design makes it spacious with no wasted space. The bedroom is a good size and has an extended/oversize closet with mirrored sliding doors. it has new paint, new Pergo wood flooring, newer appliances, undated bathroom with large tub/shower insert. Close to campus, shopping, services, public transit and one off-street parking space in rear. Perfect place to be.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1280 University Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1280 University Avenue 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 1280 University Avenue
Price·10A 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.
1280 University Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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, 1280 University Avenue 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.
1280 University Avenue 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 1280 University Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1280 University Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1280 University Avenue is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 33 parks within a mile

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 1280 University Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Poet's Corner

1-bedroom apartments at 1280 University Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Poet's Corner.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Poet's Corner
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,857
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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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1280 University Avenue

Oxford Elementary School

1222 univ ave

berkeley, CA, 94702

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

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

1645 milvia st

berkeley, CA, 94709

K-5Public
A

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

K-5Public
A
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Getting around Berkeley near 1280 University Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1280 University Ave, 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

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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