Home Highlights
Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
460 sqft
Local Information
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About this House
Upgraded Furnished 1BD Top Floor Corner Unit
Address: 2801 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Neighborhood: Elmwood
Rent: $1950.00
Security Deposit: $1950.00
Availability: Now
Key Features:
Fully furnished with a queen bed, sofa, dining set, and more (furniture removal negotiable)
Modern kitchen equipped with refrigerator, stove/oven, and garbage disposal
Laminate flooring throughout
Wall heater for cozy living
Coin/App-operated laundry facilities on-site (WASH)
Cats welcome
Street parking available (city permit required)
Water, garbage, and solar-heated water included
Three secured entry gates for added safety
On-site resident manager for prompt assistance
Neighborhood Highlights:
Nestled in the vibrant Elmwood district, you're steps away from local favorites like Nabolom Bakery, The Italian Homemade Company, Humphry Slocombe, and La Mediterranee. Enjoy a 10-minute bike ride or a 5-minute drive to UC Berkeley. With a Walk Score of 92, daily errands and leisure activities are easily accessible.
Rental Details:
Minimum lease term: 12 months
Application fee: $55 (non-refundable)
Co-signers accepted for students
Renter's insuranceis required
Income requirement: 2.5x the monthly rent
Address: 2801 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Neighborhood: Elmwood
Rent: $1950.00
Security Deposit: $1950.00
Availability: Now
Key Features:
Fully furnished with a queen bed, sofa, dining set, and more (furniture removal negotiable)
Modern kitchen equipped with refrigerator, stove/oven, and garbage disposal
Laminate flooring throughout
Wall heater for cozy living
Coin/App-operated laundry facilities on-site (WASH)
Cats welcome
Street parking available (city permit required)
Water, garbage, and solar-heated water included
Three secured entry gates for added safety
On-site resident manager for prompt assistance
Neighborhood Highlights:
Nestled in the vibrant Elmwood district, you're steps away from local favorites like Nabolom Bakery, The Italian Homemade Company, Humphry Slocombe, and La Mediterranee. Enjoy a 10-minute bike ride or a 5-minute drive to UC Berkeley. With a Walk Score of 92, daily errands and leisure activities are easily accessible.
Rental Details:
Minimum lease term: 12 months
Application fee: $55 (non-refundable)
Co-signers accepted for students
Renter's insuranceis required
Income requirement: 2.5x the monthly rent
2801 College Ave #16, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 460 sqft apartment in Elmwood. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $1,950 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 14, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,297/month.
Home Details for 2801 College Ave #16
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator |
Comparable Sales for 2801 College Ave #16
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.26 | Apartment | $667,500 | 11/12/25 | 2 | 1 | 845 sqft | |
0.45 | Apartment | $4,650,000 | 12/10/25 | 2 | 1 | 700 sqft | |
1.37 | Apartment | $327,500 | 06/12/26 | 1 | 1 | 725 sqft | |
0.09 | Apartment | $982,000 | 03/26/26 | 11 | 11 | 6,127 sqft | |
1.62 | Apartment | $1,675,000 | 09/08/25 | 1 | 1 | 700 sqft | |
1.06 | Apartment | $250,000 | 01/29/26 | 2 | 1 | 3,798 sqft | |
1.70 | Apartment | $1,540,000 | 12/22/25 | 1 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
1.45 | Apartment | $637,550 | 04/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 sqft | |
0.96 | Apartment | $930,000 | 02/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,824 sqft | |
1.00 | Apartment | $2,700,000 | 02/09/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,500 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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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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Jun 14, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,950 |
May 23, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,950 |
Nov 27, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | ListingRemoved | |
Oct 21, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | PriceChange | $1,795 Price decreased by 3% |
Oct 7, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | PriceChange | $1,850 Price decreased by 10% |
Sep 1, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | PriceChange | $2,050 Price increased by 3% |
Aug 22, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | PriceChange | $1,995 Price decreased by 2% |
Aug 19, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | PriceChange | $2,045 Price decreased by 2% |
Jul 31, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | Listed For Rent | $2,095 |
Mar 27, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $1,975 |
Mar 4, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $1,975 Price decreased by 4% |
Feb 19, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,050 |
Sep 14, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,175 |
Sep 6, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,175 |
Frequently asked questions about 2801 College Ave #16
- 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 2801 College Ave #16?The closest schools to 2801 College Ave #16 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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