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2539 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 288-5371
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Durant CAL Apartments

2539 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 288-5371
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About Durant CAL Apartments

---- SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: ---- THIS CHARMING STUDIO FEATURES: • Hardwood Floors & High Ceilings • Fully Self Contained Unit With No Neighbors Above • Private Cottage Unit Away From The Street • One Block Away From Campus & Telegraph Ave • Shared Washer & Dryer On-Site • Water & Garbage Included • Conscientious Resident Manager On-Site • Free Membership To Premium Concierge Services For Your First Lease Term • Professionally Managed For Premium Service • Applicants must qualify for a zero security deposit. Fees and Restrictions may apply. See Leasing Agent for Details. Durant CAL Apartments 2539 Durant Ave Berkeley, CA 94704 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION The Durant CAL Apartments is a 17-unit complex that offers studios as well as 1- and 2-bedroom apartments. This building is an architectural treasure with tremendous charm and character throughout. Units feature beautiful wood trim, wainscoting, stained glass, high ceilings, and Tiffany light fixtures. The units are beautiful, most of them having refinished hardwood floors and period details throughout. The charm continues with elegant bathrooms and remodeled kitchens. A laundry room is also on-site. THE PREMIUM DIFFERENCE This property is professionally managed for Premium Service! We treat you like a customer and you can expect a high level of service from a friendly staff who's primary goal is to make you happy. We resolve any maintenance issues quickly and efficiently. Our properties are well maintained inside and out. This property has access to a Conscientious On-Site Resident Manager to provide you with even more service. Why rent an ordinary property when you can live in a Premium Property? PREMIUM CONCIERGE SERVICES Get ready to live the hassle-free life at your new apartment, which comes with an awesome membership to Premium Concierge Services for your initial lease term – and guess what, it's totally FREE! Here’s what you get: >>Utility Setup & Billing >>Renter’s Insurance >>Handyman Services >>Cleaning Services >>Package Handling >>Package Return >>Trash Valet Service >>Concierge Recommendations >>And More To Come! Website: Just a heads up – some restrictions apply, so check with our agent for all the details. Oh, and the photos you see might be from a similar unit, but trust us, they’re all great! NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION The building features a fabulous location super close to Telegraph Avenue, the gateway to UC Berkeley and the center of U.C Berkeley campus culture. The area is perfect for those who want to live where the action is. There’s easy access to everyday necessities with CVS Pharmacy, Whole Foods and the UC Berkeley Campus within walking distance. Just around the corner you’ll run into Telegraph’s trendy stores and street vendors. Just a little bit farther and you’re right in the middle of the Elmwood/College shopping district. If you’re looking to get out of town for a day trip, Downtown Berkeley BART is just a bike ride away.

Durant CAL Apartments is located in the South Berkeley Neighborhood and 94704 Zip code of Berkeley, CA. This community is professionally managed by Premium Properties

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Durant CAL Apartments offers Studio apartments starting from $1,795 and having 344 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      $1,795

      0 Beds, 1 Baths

      Studio, 1 Bath, 344 sq ftAvailable Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,795Available NowApt. #17344

      Unit Apt. #17 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Refrigerator

      Unit Apt. #17 Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,795

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,795
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 17 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1920

    Utilities Included

    • Trash Removal
    • Sewer
    • Water

    Fee & Deposit Info

    One-Time Fees

    • $35 Application Fee

    Features and Amenities

    Interior Features

    • Windows
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    2539 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    97 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    89 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    67 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about Durant CAL Apartments

    Where is Durant CAL Apartments located?

    Durant CAL Apartments is located at 2539 Durant Ave near the South Berkeley area of Berkeley, CA

    What is the current rent range at Durant CAL Apartments?

    Studio at Durant CAL Apartments currently start from $1,795. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The Durant CAL Apartments Apartments are 28.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Berkeley area, and 26.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the South Berkeley Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,795$2,508-$713-28.4%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Berkeley

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,795$2,450-$655-26.7%

      Methodology: On 04/29/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 283 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Durant CAL Apartments (South Berkeley), and 499 other apartment communities in Berkeley using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 04/29/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.9
    1 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Run away from this property in general

      March 17, 2025
      The management is terrible, the walls are thinner than paper, you can hear the people upstairs every movement, the rooms and living areas are extremely small for the price, restroom was terrible, it gets so loud on Durant every day and there is on going construction
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Berkeley High

    Berkeley Unified
    1980 Allston Way
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (3204 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    8/10

    Willard Middle

    Berkeley Unified
    2425 Stuart Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (596 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    8/10

    Sylvia Mendez Elementary

    Berkeley Unified
    2840 Ellsworth Street
    Public School - Grades K-5 (370 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
    8/10

    Emerson Elementary

    Berkeley Unified
    2800 Forest Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (270 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    7/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Durant CAL Apartments.

    Big Box and Retail

    Staples
    2352 Shattuck Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    Walgreens
    1050 Gilman St
    4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away
    Safeway
    5100 Broadway
    5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    University Avenue and Oxford St
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    2050 Center Sreet
    1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away
    3100 Telegraph Avenue
    7 minute drive / 3.44 miles away

    Groceries

    Whole Foods
    1025 Gilman St
    4 minute drive / 2.17 miles away
    Safeway
    5100 Broadway
    5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
    Trader Joe's
    5733 Christie Ave
    6 minute drive / 2.95 miles away

    Hospitals

    2450 Ashby Avenue
    2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away
    747 52nd Street
    4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
    275 West Macarthur Boulevard
    6 minute drive / 3.19 miles away

    Military Bases

    8 minute drive / 3.82 miles away
    10 minute drive / 4.75 miles away
    11 minute drive / 5.53 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    1000 N. Point St.
    21 minute drive / 9.99 miles away
    1800 Chestnut St.
    22 minute drive / 10.57 miles away
    70 Elk Str
    23 minute drive / 10.93 miles away

    Durant CAL Apartments has 5 parks within 11.8 miles, including San Francisco Maritime National Historic Site, Moscone Recreation Center, Glen Canyon, Alta Plaza Park, and duboce park.

    Restaurants and Dining

    5633 Bay Street
    6 minute drive / 3.02 miles away
    855 Howard Street
    21 minute drive / 9.92 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    2395-2399 Shattuck Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away
    2352 Shattuck Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away
    1930-1936 Shattuck Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

    Durant CAL Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

    Transit Stations

    2096 Center St
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away
    2096 Center St
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away
    3073 Adeline St
    3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Berkeley Studio Apartments $2,450$1,255$4,673
    Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,740$780$5,496
    Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,495$800$7,440
    Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,427$849$10,000+
    Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,199$999$10,000+
    Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,032$1,290$10,000+
    Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,384$1,315$10,000+

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