520 Colusa Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
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$1,306,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 11, 2026
  • 1 Bed
  • 2 Baths
  • 816 sqft

520 Colusa Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

Home Highlights

Apartment
816 sqft
$1,601/sqft

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About this House

What's unique:Full kitchenPrivate entranceSeven-foot closetEat-in kitchenGas rangeShared washer-dryer
Beautiful, spacious, ground floor, one bedroom in-law unit with full kitchen and shared washer-dryer in the sought-after Thousand Oaks neighborhood of North Berkeley. Ideal for two people wanting a quieter, residential neighborhood.

Private entrance; bright living room (11x16) opens onto a bricked courtyard. Master bedroom (11x16) has master bath with seven-foot closet. Eat-in kitchen has a refrigerator, a gas range and a huge pantry. Shared spaces include washer and dryer, garage storage space and second full bathroom. Dual-paned windows throughout.

Easy walk to both Colusa Circle (.2 mi) and Solano Avenue (.5 mi). #79 bus to UC Berkeley stops next door. LBL shuttle bus stops at Colusa and Solano. UCB (3 miles) and BART (1 mile) are a bus or bike ride away. Plenty of on-street parking - no permits required.

$2,575 rent and $3,000 security deposit required upfront. Water and trash removal paid by owner. Gas and electric split equally. Unfurnished. No smoking of any kind including incense. No pets or loud, late parties. Minimum one year lease. Prior rental references, proof of income, and good credit required.

Please tell me about yourself, your situation and needs. I prefer email and I'd be happy to answer any questions or set up an appointment beginning Saturday July 4.
520 Colusa Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 816 sqft apartment. It last sold for $897,000 on Apr 8, 2014 (34,735% above the $2,575 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $2,575 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 17, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,306,800, with a rent estimate of $2,565/month.

Home Details for 520 Colusa Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Wall FurnaceHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,575
Jul 2, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,575
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Apr 8, 2014
Source: CCAR #40645738
Sold
$897,000
Jan 7, 2013
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$3,800

Frequently asked questions about 520 Colusa Ave

  • What is 520 Colusa Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 520 Colusa Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,306,800.
  • What is the price history for 520 Colusa Ave?
    520 Colusa Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $897,000 in April 2014.
  • 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 $1.49M. That is down $4.17K from the prior month.

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