University Park
1709 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709
Property Summary
Located in Berkeley, this five-story apartment community offers a variety of living options, including furnished and unfurnished units. The building, originally constructed in 1965, has undergone recent renovations to update both exteriors and interiors. Residents have access to community amenities such as a pool, sundeck, and bicycle storage. The property is pet-friendly and provides elevator access. Select units feature balconies, office spaces, and updated kitchens with stainless steel appliances. Lease terms are flexible, ranging from 5 to 12 months.
Renter brief
At the source check, 2 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned studio homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,100/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Available units
Checked yesterday
- Studio · 1 ba · 450 ft² · Unit SharedAvailable Now$2,100/mo
- Studio · 1 ba · 450 ft² · Unit PrivateAvailable Now$2,100/mo
How the rent compares
Source · 222 active studio units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
Renter facts, criterion by criterion
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Within 5% of the studio median within 3 mi
Source · 222 active studio units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
0.4 mi straight-line distance to Downtown Berkeley
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 1965
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Bicycle Storage
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Reviews
Reviews
- Residents appreciate the convenient location and helpful staff, particularly Scottye and Alejandro.
- However, several residents mention noise issues, thin walls, and problems with the laundry facilities.
- One reviewer also mentions the company is in bankruptcy.
- 3.4 stars across 15 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitDowntown Berkeley · 0.4 mi straight-line
- GroceriesAlgeria Trade & Products · 0.1 mi
- Dining457 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksWildcat Canyon Regional Park · 0.2 mi
- UniversityUC Berkeley · 0.6 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (11)
Middle Schools (3)
Questions renters ask about this building
Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?
The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
What deposit should I expect?
The security deposit is $750, plus a $45 application fee.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Is there in-unit laundry?
The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Downtown Berkeley is 0.4 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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