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Highlights
- Controlled access entry
- Gated garage off-street parking
Location
2514 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Elmwood
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Property Overview
2514 College Avenue - Berkeley offers strong value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location, supported by an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10. Notable features include controlled access entry and gated garage off-street parking, while the nearby top-rated elementary school adds another practical advantage.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 2/1.5 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | $2,900 /mo | 2 units available | Coming Soon! Sunny 2 Bed, 1.5 bath, just a short distance from UC Berkeley on beautiful College Ave. Approximately 800 sq ft Controlled access entry Gated garage off-street parking LVT flooring & condo quality carpet Shared yard Elevator permanently out of service **photos of a similar unit of the same size** |
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Amenities for 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley
Apartment Amenities
| Water and Garbage Included |
Appliances
| Electric Stove | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Other
| Online Maintenance Portal |
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Policies and fees
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley
Coming Soon! Sunny 2 Bed, 1.5 bath, just a short distance from UC Berkeley on beautiful College Ave. Approximately 800 sq ft Controlled access entry Gated garage off-street parking LVT flooring & condo quality carpet Shared yard Elevator permanently out of service **photos of a similar unit of the same size**
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
2514 College Avenue - Berkeley 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·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.
2514 College Avenue - Berkeley goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including online maintenance portal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley 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.
2514 College Avenue - Berkeley 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 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley 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.
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 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.9 miles away
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Rent trends in Elmwood
2-bedroom apartments at 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Elmwood.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Elmwood
Berkeley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,895 |
| 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 | $1,868 |
| October 2026 | $1,945 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,994 |
| April 2025 | $1,837 |
| May 2025 | $1,849 |
| June 2025 | $1,798 |
| February 2026 | $1,980 |
| March 2026 | $1,895 |
| April 2026 | $1,932 |
| May 2026 | $1,830 |
| June 2026 | $1,698 |
| July 2026 | $1,800 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2514 College Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$116,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $116,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,900.
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Schools near 2514 College Avenue - Berkeley
Emerson Elementary School
2800 forest ave
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
2840 ellsworth st
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
John Muir Elementary School
2955 claremont ave
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
Getting around Berkeley near 2514 College Ave
Walking
7/10
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
7/10
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 2514 College Ave, Berkeley
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
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
8/10
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
Explore the area around 2514 College Ave
Derby Food Center
2707 College Ave
Berkeley Student Food Collective
2440 Bancroft Way
Berkeley Organic Market & Deli
2642 Ashby Ave
Whole Foods Market
3000 Telegraph Ave
Star Grocery
3068 Claremont Ave
Bows & Arrows
2513 Telegraph Ave
Berkeley Hat Company
2510 Telegraph Ave
Frank's Tailoring
2615 Telegraph Ave
Anastasia's New & Used Clothing
2350 Telegraph Ave
Bear Basics
2350 Telegraph Ave
Peet's Coffee
2610 Channing Way
Romeo's Coffee
2499 Telegraph Ave
Chatte Tea & Desserts
2575 Telegraph Ave
Kung Fu Tea
2431 Telegraph Ave
Caffe Strada
2300 College Ave
Henry's Bar & Restaurant
2600 Durant Ave
Cali's Sports Bar & Kitchen
2367 Telegraph Ave
Beta Lounge
2129 Durant Ave
Tipsea
2327 Shattuck Ave
North Beach Pizza
2420 Shattuck Ave
Cupcakin' Bake Shop
2391 Telegraph Ave
Gordito Amigos
2404 Telegraph Ave
Sheng Kee Bakery
2307 Telegraph Ave
A Girl Named Pinky Cake Boutique
2495 Bancroft Way
Nabolom Bakery
2708 Russell St
Dwight Triangle
Willard Park
Willard Park Playground
Playground
Playground
De Angelis Caffe
2616 College Ave
Crossroads
2415 Bowditch St
Cafe Soleil
2701 College Ave
Kathmandu Market & Deli
2521 Telegraph Ave
Bongo Burger
2505 Dwight Way
College Avenue / Parker Street
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