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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops
  • Large closets
  • Off-street parking
  • Well-designed layout
  • Large private balcony
  • Shared laundry room

Location

3138 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA|Lorrin District
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Management

Shaw Properties

Leasing office

(510) 665-4350

Property Overview

California Street Properties offers strong overall value with an 8.6/10 expert rating, including a perfect price score and high marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can expect convenient access to a highly rated nearby elementary school, multiple parks, walkability, and public transit options, along with practical features like quartz countertops, large closets, off-street parking, a well-designed layout, a large private balcony, and a shared laundry room. Its sustainability-minded perks, such as on-site recycling or composting, further enhance its appeal.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, California Street Properties is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, California Street Properties 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath700 sqft$2,650 /mo1 unit availableThis bright mid-century top-floor end unit, ready for immediate occupancy, features beautiful west- and south-facing outlooks from the living room, with a sliding glass door that opens onto a large private balcony. The living room and bedrooms have original oak floors, and the apartment offers a well-designed layout with excellent natural light throughout. The kitchen includes quartz countertops, a full-size refrigerator, ample cabinet space, generous work surfaces, and a dedicated dining area. Both bedrooms offer large closets with sliding doors. The full bathroom features a shower over tub with updated fixtures and a modern tub enclosure. The property includes a shared laundry room operated by the ShinePay app, a locked bike shed, and a shared front-yard seating area. Off-street parking is available through a separate parking agreement. Trash, recycling, and compost service are included in the rent. Tenants place PG&E (gas & electric) and EBMUD (water and sewer) in their own name. A small dog or indoor-only cat may be considered through a separate animal agreement. California Street is a designated bike boulevard, offering an easy ride to downtown Berkeley, UC Berkeley, and surrounding neighborhoods. The location is also within walking distance of BART, shops, cafes, and restaurants. Advertised rent is based on an occupancy rate of two persons. We comply with all state and local fair housing laws, including Berkeley’s Fair Chance Housing Ordinance.

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Amenities for California Street Properties

Apartment Amenities

BalconyHardwood Floor
LED lighting

Appliances

Electric RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

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

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About California Street Properties

HomeApartments in BerkeleyLorrin District California Street Properties

Located in South Berkeley six blocks from Ashby BART, 3138 California Street is a small, well-maintained eight-unit building set back from the street.


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, California Street Properties is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, California Street Properties 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 California Street Properties
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.
California Street Properties 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.
California Street Properties goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, California Street Properties 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.
California Street Properties 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 California Street Properties 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.

California Street Properties is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 22 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 California Street Properties compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Lorrin District

2-bedroom apartments at California Street Properties cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lorrin District.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Lorrin District
Berkeley
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,196
June 2024$2,167
July 2024$2,195
August 2024$2,195
September 2024$2,061
October 2024$2,011
November 2024$2,078
December 2024$2,097
January 2025$2,197
February 2025$2,250
March 2025$2,295
April 2025$2,295
May 2025$2,268
June 2025$2,248
July 2025$2,259
August 2025$2,210
September 2025$2,207
October 2025$2,126
November 2025$2,097
December 2025$2,097
January 2026$2,172
February 2026$2,207
March 2026$2,295
April 2026$2,295
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lorrin District
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,887
June 2024$1,926
July 2024$1,965
August 2024$1,843
September 2024$1,850
October 2024$1,784
November 2024$1,895
December 2024$1,795
January 2025$1,795
February 2025$1,795
March 2025$1,895
April 2025$1,995
June 2025$2,145
July 2025$2,095
August 2025$2,047
September 2025$1,998
October 2025$1,952
November 2025$1,886
December 2025$1,895
January 2026$1,775
February 2026$1,850
March 2026$1,918
April 2026$1,812

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near California Street Properties

Malcolm X Elementary School

1731 prince st

berkeley, CA, 94703

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

Oxford Elementary School

1222 univ ave

berkeley, CA, 94702

K-5Public
A

Emerson Elementary School

2800 forest ave

berkeley, CA, 94705

K-5Public
A
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Getting around Berkeley near 3138 California St

Walking

8/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 3138 California St, Berkeley

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-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

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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