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Great location and is just off the main St. It is quite also amazingly close to the necessities of Berkeley life: Laundromat, Sack's Coffee House, and Derby Market across the street, it's only 3 blocks away from the RSF, a half block from College Ave., and less than an 8 min walk to campus.
Physical Address: 2642 Derby St., Berkeley, CA 94705
Nearest Street Intersection: College Ave. & Benvenue Ave.
Open House:
Features:
* Newer roof and fresh exterior paint.
* 2nd floor Unit has Lots of windows that bring natural light.
* The kitchen comes with a fridge and a gas range.
* Hardwood floors throughout the unit, except for the bedroom.
* The "huge closet" is essential, with small extra storage or even a little office
* Water and garbage are included in the rent
* Washer and dryer in the basement (coin-operated)
* Stainless Steel 5 Bike rack in the basement
* Available Now!
Move-in Cost: ( 1-Bedroom unit)
1st Month Rent $ 2,200
Refundable Security Deposit $2,200
Move-in Amount $ 4,400.00
Some notable terms and conditions (i.e., the fine print):
One-year lease term required.
Smoke-free apartment.
Sorry, water-filled furniture.
A good credit rating is needed.
A credit check is performed for each resident.
Can't make the open house?
No problem!
Physical Address: 2642 Derby St., Berkeley, CA 94705
Nearest Street Intersection: College Ave. & Benvenue Ave.
Open House:
Features:
* Newer roof and fresh exterior paint.
* 2nd floor Unit has Lots of windows that bring natural light.
* The kitchen comes with a fridge and a gas range.
* Hardwood floors throughout the unit, except for the bedroom.
* The "huge closet" is essential, with small extra storage or even a little office
* Water and garbage are included in the rent
* Washer and dryer in the basement (coin-operated)
* Stainless Steel 5 Bike rack in the basement
* Available Now!
Move-in Cost: ( 1-Bedroom unit)
1st Month Rent $ 2,200
Refundable Security Deposit $2,200
Move-in Amount $ 4,400.00
Some notable terms and conditions (i.e., the fine print):
One-year lease term required.
Smoke-free apartment.
Sorry, water-filled furniture.
A good credit rating is needed.
A credit check is performed for each resident.
Can't make the open house?
No problem!
2642 Derby St #5, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Elmwood. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $2,350 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 18, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.
Home Details for 2642 Derby St #5
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For Details |
Comparable Sales for 2642 Derby St #5
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.21 | Apartment | $667,500 | 11/12/25 | 2 | 1 | 845 sqft | |
0.33 | Apartment | $4,650,000 | 12/10/25 | 2 | 1 | 700 sqft | |
0.17 | Apartment | $982,000 | 03/26/26 | 11 | 11 | 6,127 sqft | |
1.19 | Apartment | $250,000 | 01/29/26 | 2 | 1 | 3,798 sqft | |
0.50 | Apartment | $2,250,000 | 12/12/25 | 6 | 7 | 5,846 sqft | |
1.45 | Apartment | $327,500 | 06/12/26 | 1 | 1 | 725 sqft | |
1.48 | Apartment | $1,675,000 | 09/08/25 | 1 | 1 | 700 sqft | |
0.91 | Apartment | $2,700,000 | 02/09/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,500 sqft | |
0.80 | Apartment | $1,300,000 | 12/04/25 | 5 | 5 | 3,692 sqft | |
1.43 | Apartment | $637,550 | 04/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 sqft |
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What Locals Say about Elmwood
At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
96 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
90 % Say people would walk alone at night
83 % Say there are sidewalks
75 % Say kids play outside
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
68 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say parking is easy
57 % Say yards are well-kept
54 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say there's wildlife
38 % Say there are community events
22 % Say car is needed
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 18, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $2,200 |
Jul 13, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $2,200 Price decreased by 6% |
Jun 5, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $2,350 |
Frequently asked questions about 2642 Derby St #5
- Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Berkeley?The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the Elmwood neighborhood?Residents describe the Elmwood neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Elmwood, Berkeley.
- What are the closest schools to 2642 Derby St #5?The closest schools to 2642 Derby St #5 in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).
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