2980 Otis St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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OFF MARKET

2980 Otis St
Berkeley, CA 94703

Ashby
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 405 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
405 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
405 sqft

About this House

Super sweet, cozy, efficient 1-BR apartment!

Possible work opportunity for reduced rent-see below.

Walk, bike or take public transportation to everything! Very close to Ashby BART, Berkeley Bowl grocery store and downtown Berkeley. The Berkeley public library is right around the corner. Easy 10-minute bike ride to University of California. Newer Kitchenette and bathroom, newer laminate flooring. Quiet, and relaxing inside. Two closets in the bedroom. Separate entrances, including your own entrance into the beautiful courtyard. Gated, secure property behind privacy fence. Ground floor apartment, no steps. Wonderful sunny shared courtyard with bamboo and flowers to relax in outside.

Walk score of 89, bike score of 100! Cafes, pizza places and many other restaurants nearby. Close to Supermarket (Berkeley Bowl), Cafes, Grove St. Park, S. Berkeley Library, Thai Temple. One block from the library.

Available with furnishings or not.

Size: 405 Sq Feet. This is a small place! It is very well laid out and is quite livable-imagine an Ikea showroom. However most people will probably find it too small for more than one person.

Base Rent: $2105/month
Possible work exchange available for up to $300 off the rent ($1805 price includes work exchange, see details below).
Lease Term: negotiable, through July 2025 preferred. Renewable annually thereafter.
Available August 1

Included in the rent:
- High-speed Sonic wireless Internet
- Beautiful Shared private courtyard

Utilities:
Apartment is on Solar, so total PG&E bill is usually ~ $10/month
You pay water, usually under $25/month
Laundry access is available for a flat monthly fee

No onsite parking available, but street parking is free and unlimited (no permit needed)
Pets will be considered.

Work Exchange: Up to $300 off the $2105 rent per month. I need someone to water the plants daily, keep the outside of the property clean, and take out the garbage cans weekly. It is probably about ~3 hours/week

Included in the rent:
- High-speed Sonic wireless Internet
- Beautiful Shared private courtyard

Utilities:
Apartment is on Solar, so total PG&E bill is usu. under $20/month
You pay water, usu. under $25/month
Laundry access is $10/month flat (does not use coins)

Possible Work Exchange: Up to $200 off the $2005 rent per month, making the rent $1805. I need someone to water the plants daily, keep the outside of the property clean, and take out the garbage cans weekly. It is probably about ~2 hours/week
2980 Otis St, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 405 sqft apartment in Ashby. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2024 with an asking price of $2,105 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 13, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,861/month.

Home Details for 2980 Otis St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Price History for 2980 Otis St

DatePriceEventSource
09/13/2024$1,805ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/18/2024$1,805PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/24/2024$1,950PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
06/12/2024$2,105Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/26/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/20/2023$2,105Listed For RentZillow Rentals
10/23/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
10/12/2022$2,105Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.54M
$117KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
127.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$979
$63MoM
Available listings
138
16MoM
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Comparable Sales for 2980 Otis St

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1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA
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$637,550
04/17/26
2
1
1,000
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$327,500
06/12/26
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1
725
2747 San Pablo Ave #209, Berkeley, CA
0.94
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$350,000
01/20/26
1
1
724
1433 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.84
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$1,600,000
09/10/25
2
1
685
823 55th St, Oakland, CA
1.07
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$1,540,000
12/22/25
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1
800
667 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA
0.48
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$930,000
02/02/26
4
2
1,824
2747 San Pablo Ave #405, Berkeley, CA
0.94
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$380,000
01/20/26
2
2
890
1936 Haste St, Berkeley, CA
0.65
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$2,700,000
02/09/26
4
2
1,500
1062 60th St, Oakland, CA
1.00
Apartment
$1,300,000
12/01/25
2
2
800
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
1.27
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$4,650,000
12/10/25
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700
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Ashby
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What Locals Say about Ashby

At least 108 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 48 % Say kids play outside

  • 45 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say there's holiday spirit

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  • Sydni Lunt
    "Decent neighborhood. Close to bay st and freeways. Rather busy street. Farmers market near by every week. "
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    "we care for each neighborhood, and watch out for one another in this big community. From helping the elderly to supporting the youth it's one big fest of communities colliding together and having each other backs. Let's not forget the big parties and many fusion restaurants they have to offer. With its diversity of multicultural foods the possibilities are endless and of course let's not forget our classics to New York style pizza to traditional Mexican cuisine it's an abyss of nothing but delicious food coming your way "
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    "Lots of dogs in the area. However many dog owners do NOT pick up after their dogs. Very frustrating and gross. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area for small families and people who have animals. Alot of parks and good schools. Also there are many good food places in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "still have to watch your kids but all in all it's a good area to live in. Your family will be safe for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Sucks. No kids play outside. It’s dumpy and unfriendly. Trash everywhere and lots of sideshows……………."
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    "I’ve lived here for five years and have noticed most people are nice and public transit is very accessible. There’s a nice farmers market and great coffee shops. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with lots of parks nearby. it's off the beaten path so there aren't many issues with vagrants or homeless drug addicts."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have long established neighbors, a farmers market every Tuesday and Thursday and a walkable bart station "
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  • Saida A.
    "Express bus to SF at your doorstep, Bart not far away. There are local and express busses in the grid. "
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  • Denise C.
    "my community is perfect for children safe to walk at night close to all transportation bus and Bart local restaurants very convenient two blocks from each convenience store or grocery store very satisfied with the neighborhood everyone is friendly and know each other by the first name basis"
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  • Youngmanrobin2
    "I love Berkeley because every house has its own unique charm and character. I adore craftsman style house I love the juxtaposition between the dark wood and white walls "
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  • Ajd
    "Lots of people with dogs. A couple of parks nearby for them to play in. Easy to walk dog on Bike friendly streets."
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  • Pantsofflandolf
    "It’s got a lot of character, it’s foliage is pretty, and there’s a lot of restaurants and public transit."
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  • Alex A.
    "I hop on BART at Ashby every morning and I’m in downtown San Francisco in about 30 minutes. The trains are crowded, but it’s a reliable commute. "
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  • Angiehiranoshin
    "The Grove park has lots of friendly people with well behaved dogs. The park supplies waste bags and has plenty of space with grass for the dogs to play/run. "
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  • Ajd
    "Good mix of social classes. Very walkable. Diverse. Can walk to restaurants and grocery stores. Has kids parks as well."
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  • Weber a.
    "It is lovely for walking and very friendly. Very convenient for everything and a short walk downtown. "
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  • Unspecified
    "There are many other dog in the neighborhood so there are many opportunities for good and bad interactions. Also people tend to drive fast so if your dog gets loose there is a good chance they may get hit. "
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  • Theresakuuipo
    "great community. blocks away from local high school, hospital and shopping and food. local bus lines are extremely reliable."
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  • Maria A. S.
    "Peaceful, lots of greenery, safe, access to everything nearby. People are friendly and there are many block parties happening which increase sense of community. "
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  • Mark7arlan
    " The view from my apartment an the way the fog rolls in morning and evening.Being close to the Ocean,nothing beats that. Not owning a car is no problem there are plenty of ways to get around. "
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  • Janepantsyr
    "Very friendly neighborhood, great shops all around. Dog friendly. Great for commuters. I’ve lived here a little over 3 years and love it."
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Frequently asked questions about 2980 Otis St

  • 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 $1.54M. That is up $117K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Ashby neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Ashby neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Ashby, Berkeley.
  • What are the closest schools to 2980 Otis St?
    The closest schools to 2980 Otis St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Emerson Elementary School (rated 7/10), John Muir Elementary School (rated 9/10).