Welcome to 2808D Derby St.
A beautifully updated and bright 2-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled in the charming Elmwood neighborhood of Berkeley. Peaceful upstairs unit with abundant natural light, vintage hardwood floors, and a cute overlooking loft in the main space. The spacious living room is anchored by a bay-view window that fills the space with natural light and highlights the gleaming polished hardwood floors.
Residents also enjoy access to a massive shared backyard, offering extra outdoor space rarely found in Berkeley rentals. This home is ideally located just a block from Emerson Elementary School, right across the street from UC Berkeley campus -- great for students who walk to school. Under a mile from both Claremont Club & Spa and Berkeley Tennis Club. You'll also find Safeway within 1.2 miles and Willard Park just three blocks away.
Living Features
- Bright living area with bay-view window and polished hardwood floors
- Shared massive backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining
- 2 large bedrooms with closets and living space
- Private upstairs unit
Location Highlights
- Elmwood neighborhood peaceful and highly walkable
- One block from Emerson Elementary
- Across from UC Berkeley
- Close proximity to Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club
- Quick access to Safeway and Willard Park
Lease Details
- One-year lease term
- On-site laundry and off-street parking included
Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to live in one of Berkeley's most desirable neighborhoods contact us today to schedule a private showing and secure this beautiful home before it's gone!
Tenant pays utilities
owner covers all landscaping costs
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$4,000/mo
2808 Derby St #2808D, Berkeley, CA 94705
2beds
980sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
No pets
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Baseboard, wall furnace
What's special
Abundant natural lightMassive shared backyardPrivate upstairs unitVintage hardwood floorsGleaming polished hardwood floorsBay-view window
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Learn more about the building:
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 980 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Baseboard, Heating system: Wall, Loft storage area, shared backyard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Price change | $4,000-4.8%$4/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $4,200-6.7%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Price change | $4,500-10%$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||

