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2070 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA|Downtown Berkeley
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Property Overview
2070 University Avenue offers chic high-rise apartments with a strong overall Zumper rating of 8.8 out of 10, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It also stands out for having 13 photos and convenient access to a nearby top-rated high school, giving renters a clearer sense of the property and its surroundings.
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elevator
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Floor plans
| 2070 University Ave - 2072 | Studio | 1 bath | 2,415 sqft | $9,000 /mo | COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT - PIZZA & BAR RESTAURANT Excellent opportunity to lease a fully equipped, turnkey pizza and bar restaurant in a high-traffic, prime location. This established restaurant space comes complete with all kitchen equipment, bar equipment, tables, chairs, and furnishings, allowing a new operator to begin business with minimal startup costs. Situated on a busy street surrounded by popular restaurants and retail businesses, the location benefits from strong foot traffic and excellent visibility. Its close proximity to a large student population provides a steady customer base and significant growth potential for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and late-night business. This is a Triple Net (NNN) lease, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced restaurateurs or entrepreneurs looking to expand into a thriving commercial corridor. Property Highlights: - Fully equipped pizza and bar restaurant - Tables, chairs, and all restaurant equipment included - Prime, high | ||
| 2070 University Ave - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | 525 sqft | $2,195 /mo | |||
| 2070 University Ave - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | 525 sqft | $2,295 /mo | |||
| 2070 University Ave - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | 525 sqft | $2,295 /mo | HURREY!!! MOVE-IN SPECIALS !!! - Contact us for more details on Move-In Specials!!! 2070 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. In the center of town, you'll find Berkeley's renowned arts district, which is home to the Roda Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Aurora Theatre Company, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Foodies fall in love with this district's diverse collection of eateries serving everything fr |
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Amenities for 2070 University Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Water |
Building
| Controlled Access | Elevator |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Gate |
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Security Deposit
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Building details
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| Units | 4 |
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About 2070 University Avenue
COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT - PIZZA & BAR RESTAURANT Excellent opportunity to lease a fully equipped, turnkey pizza and bar restaurant in a high-traffic, prime location. This established restaurant space comes complete with all kitchen equipment, bar equipment, tables, chairs, and furnishings, allowing a new operator to begin business with minimal startup costs. Situated on a busy street surrounded by popular restaurants and retail businesses, the location benefits from strong foot traffic and excellent visibility. Its close proximity to a large student population provides a steady customer base and significant growth potential for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and late-night business. This is a Triple Net (NNN) lease, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced restaurateurs or entrepreneurs looking to expand into a thriving commercial corridor. Property Highlights: - Fully equipped pizza and bar restaurant - Tables, chairs, and all restaurant equipment included - Prime, high-visibility location - Heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic - Surrounded by established restaurants and businesses - Strong student customer base nearby - Turnkey operation with immediate business potential - Triple Net (NNN) lease Don't miss this rare opportunity to establish or expand your restaurant business in one of the area's most desirable dining destinations.
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 Quality, 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·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 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 401% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Berkeley.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Berkeley.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Downtown Berkeley
Berkeley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,886 |
| 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 |
| July 2026 | $1,895 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,635 |
| 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 | $1,820 |
| July 2026 | $1,820 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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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
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
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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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Trader Joe's
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Goodwill
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Advanced European Tailoring Inc
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Shop College Wear
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Target
2187 Shattuck Ave
Wearhaus Inc
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Happy Lemon
2100 Shattuck Ave
I-Tea Berkeley
139 Berkeley Sq
Asha Tea House
2086 University Ave
Juice Appeal
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Metro Coffee-Lakeshore LLC
2001 Addison St
Revival Bar & Kitchen
2102 Shattuck Ave
Comal
2020 Shattuck Ave
Spats
1974 Shattuck Ave
Zino
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Triple Rock Brewery & Alehouse
1920 Shattuck Ave
Love Healthy Foods LLC
2055 Center St
Paris Baguette
2150 Shattuck Ave
85C Bakery Cafe
21 Shattuck Sq
Baskit Produce LLC
2120 University Ave
Meat & Bones California Inc
2120 University Ave
Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park
Garden
Old City Hall Complex
Japanese American Alumni Cherry Tree Grove
Grinnell Natural Area
Happy Lemon
2100 Shattuck Ave
Revival Bar & Kitchen
2102 Shattuck Ave
Sushi Secrets
2110 Shattuck Ave
Comal Next Door
2024 Shattuck Ave
Crave Subs
2122 Shattuck Ave
Addison St / Shattuck Ave
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