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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- New appliances
- New kitchen
- New bathroom
- New flooring
Location
2070 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Downtown Berkeley
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Property Overview
2070 University Avenue is a competitively priced, highly rated option, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10 and top marks for price, amenities, and location, indicating strong value and convenience near a top-rated high school. The property offers an elevated living experience with on-site laundry, new appliances, and recently updated kitchen, bathroom, and flooring, and its verified, well-documented listing with ample photos helps renters clearly understand what to expect.
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
High school nearby- Elevator
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 2070 University Ave - Unit... | Studio | 1 bath | 365 sqft | $1,795 /mo | Located next to the University of California Berkley, Downtown Berkeley is the heart of the city. This dazzling city center is a vibrant hub for the arts, dining, shopping, business, and entertainment scenes. When searching for rentals in Downtown Berkeley, you'll find a variety of rental options from affordable studios and quirky cottages to chic high-rise apartments with views of the city. Similar to other urban centers, Downtown Berkley houses movie theaters, office buildings, music stores, entertainment venues, coffee shops, a hospital, urban parks, and more ( NO PETS ) | ||
| 2070 University Ave - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | 525 sqft | $2,250 /mo |
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Amenities for 2070 University Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Water |
Building
| Controlled Access | Elevator |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Gate |
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
Applicants
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 2070 University Avenue
Located next to the University of California Berkley, Downtown Berkeley is the heart of the city. This dazzling city center is a vibrant hub for the arts, dining, shopping, business, and entertainment scenes. When searching for rentals in Downtown Berkeley, you'll find a variety of rental options from affordable studios and quirky cottages to chic high-rise apartments with views of the city. Similar to other urban centers, Downtown Berkley houses movie theaters, office buildings, music stores, entertainment venues, coffee shops, a hospital, urban parks, and more ( NO PETS )
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 2070 University Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2070 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.
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.
2070 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·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.
2070 University Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2070 University Avenue 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.
2070 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 2070 University Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
2070 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.
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 2070 University Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Downtown Berkeley
Studio apartments at 2070 University Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Downtown Berkeley.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Berkeley.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Berkeley
Berkeley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,895 |
| 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 | $1,871 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,376 |
| July 2024 | $1,577 |
| August 2024 | $1,583 |
| September 2024 | $1,795 |
| October 2024 | $1,795 |
| November 2024 | $1,847 |
| December 2024 | $1,795 |
| January 2025 | $1,795 |
| February 2025 | $1,802 |
| March 2025 | $1,824 |
| April 2025 | $1,995 |
| May 2025 | $1,925 |
| June 2025 | $1,832 |
| July 2025 | $1,795 |
| August 2025 | $1,852 |
| September 2025 | $1,832 |
| October 2025 | $1,787 |
| November 2025 | $2,050 |
| December 2025 | $2,113 |
| January 2026 | $1,795 |
| February 2026 | $1,795 |
| March 2026 | $2,107 |
| April 2026 | $1,795 |
| May 2026 | $2,176 |
| June 2026 | $1,795 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2070 University Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$71,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near 2070 University Avenue
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
1645 milvia st
berkeley, CA, 94709
K-5Public
A
Washington Elementary School
2300 mlk jr way
berkeley, CA, 94704
K-5Public
A
Ruth Acty Elementary School
1400 ada st
berkeley, CA, 94702
K-5Public
A
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
2840 ellsworth st
berkeley, CA, 94705
K-5Public
A-
Oxford Elementary School
1222 univ ave
berkeley, CA, 94702
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Berkeley near 2070 University Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
9/10
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
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 2070 University Ave, Berkeley
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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