Welcome to The U @ California Modern Living Near Cal Berkeley
Discover The U, a brand-new luxury apartment community perfectly positioned just one mile from UC Berkeley and a 10-minute walk to the North Berkeley BART station. Enjoy effortless access to campus, downtown San Francisco, and beyond all while living in a stylish, serene retreat with breathtaking bay views.
Designed for modern comfort, our spacious apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows, open-concept layouts, and high-end finishes. Gourmet kitchens with quartz countertops and spa-inspired bathrooms make every home a perfect blend of sophistication and relaxation.
Beyond your doorstep, indulge in incredible amenities, including a karaoke and media room, state-of-the-art fitness center and climbing wall, stylish resident club room, and co-working spaces. Whether you're a student, professional, or city explorer, The U offers the ideal balance of convenience, luxury, and connectivity.
Schedule a tour today and secure your spot in Berkeley's newest luxury building!
All utilities are provided at move in and billed back to the resident at 75% of the overall cost, Estimated to be $100 a person
Apartment for rent
$3,950/mo
1598 University Ave #736, Berkeley, CA 94703
2beds
800sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Mon Dec 15 2025
No pets
Air conditioner, wall unit
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
Electric
What's special
Open-concept layoutsBreathtaking bay viewsHigh-end finishesFloor-to-ceiling windowsSpa-inspired bathrooms
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Travel times
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, WD Hookup, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator, View, WD Hookup, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum/Vinyl
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Availability 24 Hours, Balcony, Barbecue, Bicycle storage, Black out shades, Blackout shades, Building-wide Wireless, Business Center, Cable included in rent, Climbing Wall, Conference Room, Electricity included in rent, Flexible Lease, Flooring: Laminate, Game Room, Garbage included in rent, Garden, Gas included in rent, Heating included in rent, Heating: Electric, High-speed Internet Ready, Hot water included in rent, Internet included in rent, Lawn, Less Than One Year Lease, More Than One Year Lease, On-Site Management, One Year Lease, Online Maintenance Portal, Online Rent Payment, Outdoor Video Wall, Package Receiving, Parking, Picnic Area, Secured garage spaces for $250/month, Sewage included in rent, Six Month Lease, Theater, View Type: City, View Type: Mountain, View Type: View, View Type: Views, View Type: Water, Water Feature, Water included in rent
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View, Mountain View, Water View
Details
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable, Electricity, Garbage, Gas, Internet, Sewage, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: The U at California
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated
- Security: Gated Community
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Flexible Lease,Less Than One Year Lease,More Than One Year Lease,One Year Lease,Six Month Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,950$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Listing removed | $3,950$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,950$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
Neighborhood: Central Berkeley
There are 37 available units in this apartment building