3140 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
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  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 700 sqft

3140 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood

Home Highlights

Apartment
700 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 3140 College Ave.
  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Large windows throughoutDining roomEat-in nook in kitchenLots of natural lightCurtains includedEntry way
Large 1 bedroom apartment, approx 700sf, on College Ave near Alcatraz
2 blocks from 24hr Safeway, Peets, Boichik Bagels, great shops and restaurants
walk score 94
walk/bike 0.5 mi to Rockridge BART
walk/bike 1.5 mi to UC Berkeley
new electrical and heating
living room, dining room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and entry way
large windows throughout, lots of natural light, curtains included
off-street parking for one car included
outdoor shared garden and seating area in the back
locked storage area for bikes and camping gear
ample closet space, incl one large walk-in
hardwood floors throughout living areas and bedroom
eat-in nook in kitchen
shower in tub in bathroom
on the second floor of a 4 unit building
no smoking
shared laundry area

Owner pays water and garbage/recycling. Tenant pays for gas and electric.
3140 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 sqft apartment in Elmwood. It last sold for $1,725,000 on Dec 28, 2018 (59,383% above the $2,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2026 with an asking price of $2,900 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 10, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,934/month.

Home Details for 3140 College Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: Nov 1st

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 3140 College Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2715 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.62
Apartment
$1,650,000
09/10/26
1
1
700 sqft
2922 Hillegass Ave #B, Berkeley, CA
0.37
Apartment
$504,400
10/13/26
2
1
630 sqft
2632 Warring St, Berkeley, CA
0.75
Apartment
$667,500
11/12/25
2
1
845 sqft
823 55th St, Oakland, CA
1.31
Apartment
$1,540,000
12/22/25
1
1
800 sqft
700 58th St, Oakland, CA
1.01
Apartment
$327,500
06/12/26
1
1
725 sqft
2741 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.95
Apartment
$4,650,000
12/10/25
2
1
700 sqft
5627 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA
0.56
Apartment
$250,000
01/29/26
2
1
3,798 sqft
6446 Colby St, Oakland, CA
0.20
Apartment
$1,950,000
08/04/26
8
8
5,513 sqft
250 Whitmore St #205, Oakland, CA
1.33
Apartment
$330,000
11/04/25
1
1
640 sqft
2005 Pleasant Valley Ave, Oakland, CA
1.30
Apartment
$320,000
08/25/26
1
1
500 sqft
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Neighborhood Overview

Elmwood
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What Locals Say about Elmwood

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  • 83% say there are sidewalks
  • 72% say there's holiday spirit
  • 53% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 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

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    "I love the walkability of the neighborhood. It’s clean and quiet with a neighborly feel. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else."
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    "Terrible I have to drive the bay bridge mon-fri. On a good day my 10 mile drive is about 45-60 minutes. A lot of times it can be 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours to go 10 miles"
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    "Best place for families in Berkeley"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,900
Oct 3, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,900
May 6, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,700
May 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,700
Dec 1, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,700

Frequently asked questions about 3140 College Ave

  • What is the price history for 3140 College Ave?
    3140 College Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,725,000 in December 2018.
  • 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 $1.45M. That is down $36K 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.
  • Does 3140 College Ave have parking?
    Yes, 3140 College Ave in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

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