Casa Zimbabwe
2422-2422 Ridge Rd,
Berkeley,
CA
94709
Leasing Office:
2424 Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA 94709
Property Website
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Monthly Rent
$1,030
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Bedrooms
1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
500 sq ft
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- English and Spanish Speaking Staff
- Furnished Units Available
- Walk To Campus
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Roof Terrace
- Yard
- Walk-In Closets
- Planned Social Activities
Pricing & Floor Plans
Check Back Soon for Upcoming Availability
| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 500 SF | Call for Availability |
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$25
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Due at Application
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Dogs
CommentsDogs are negotiable with house council.Read More Read Less
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Cats
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Allowed
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Utilities Included
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Water
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Electricity
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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By Semester
Property Information
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Built in 1951
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73 units/5 stories
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Furnished Units Available
Matterport 3D Tour
About Casa Zimbabwe
About Casa Zimbabwe 2422 Ridge Rd, Berkeley has two conjoined communal houses: Casa Zimbabwe (CZ) and Ridge House. Go to our website bsc.coop and click "become a member" to apply for housing! There is one application where you rank your preference among the Berkeley Student Cooperative's 20 housing offerings, including CZ and Ridge. Casa Zimbabwe: Casa Zimbabwe, also known as CZ, is a vibrant cooperative community house for students of any university or community college. It is located in the Northside neighborhood of Berkeley, California, only one block away from the UC Berkeley campus. CZ is known for its strong culture of creative expression, with eclectic murals on its hallway walls, regular band nights, and other social events. Like all the Berkeley Student Cooperative houses, CZ comes with many amenities included in rent, such as wifi, utilities, study rooms, communal gym equipment, common spaces, a group Netflix subscription, and more. CZ is a historic gem beloved by generations of students, and is a truly unique and memorable place to live. Rent also includes a kitchen kept fully stocked with groceries, and communal meals are held 5-6 nights a week! Go to bsc.coop and click "become a member" to apply for housing at Casa Zimbabwe! CZ is a housing cooperative and keeps rents low by having residents do workshift (cooking and cleaning) a few hours a week. To learn more about Casa Zimbabwe follow this link: bsc.coop/housing/our-houses-apartments/casa-zimbabwe Ridge House: Ridge House is a vibrant cooperative community house for students of any university or community college. It is located in the Northside neighborhood of Berkeley, California, just one block away from the UC Berkeley campus. Ridge is a community with a great balance—it has a vibrant social scene while also being a place where one can find peace and quiet to focus on studies. The house hosts regular social events such as band nights, and has a beautiful backyard with a dome, tree house, and vegetable garden. Like all the Berkeley Student Cooperative houses, Ridge comes with many amenities included in rent, such as wifi, utilities, study rooms, communal gym equipment, and common spaces. Rent also includes a kitchen kept fully stocked with groceries and communal meals are held 6-7 nights a week! Go to bsc.coop and click "become a member" to apply for housing at Ridge House! Ridge is a housing cooperative and keeps rents low by having residents do workshift (cooking and cleaning) a few hours a week. To learn more about Ridge follow this link: bsc.coop/housing/our-houses-apartments/ridge-house Casa Zimbabwe and Ridge are located in Alameda County and the 94709 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Berkeley Unified attendance zone. Garbage, gas, electricity, and water are covered by the BSC. Contract Periods: Fall Semester: $4,638 Spring Semester: $4,638 Full Summer: May 24 – Aug 15 First Half: May 24 – Jul 4 Second Half: Jul 5 – Aug 15 Summer Rates (per person): Room Only Houses: $1,204 per 6-week session, $2,408 full summer Room & Board Houses: $1,619 per 6-week session, $3,238 full summer The Berkeley Student Cooperative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit housing cooperative. Our mission is to provide a quality, low-cost, cooperative housing community to university students, thereby providing an educational opportunity for students who might not otherwise be able to afford a university education. Founded in 1933, the BSC is the largest student housing cooperative in the United States. We order all waitlists based on the date the registration fee is paid and any priority a person has. Housing priority is given to: EOP, Students with Disabilities, Transfer Students, and EAP students however all students are most likely able to get a spot.
Casa Zimbabwe is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94709 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Berkeley Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Event Spaces
- Gym Equipment Available
- Scenic Rooftop Common Spaces With Plants
- Communal Fridge And Freezer Access
- Fall And Spring Semester Communal Meals
Contact
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Clubhouse
Roof Terrace
Recycling
Grill
Property Services
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Grocery Service
- Meal Service
- Composting
- Planned Social Activities
- Guest Apartment
- Public Transportation
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
Outdoor Features
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Grill
Student Features
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Yard
Microwave
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Tub/Shower
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Coffee System
- Instant Hot Water
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Recreation Room
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Yard
- Garden
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Grocery Service
- Meal Service
- Composting
- Planned Social Activities
- Guest Apartment
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Gated
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
- Event Spaces
- Gym Equipment Available
- Scenic Rooftop Common Spaces With Plants
- Communal Fridge And Freezer Access
- Fall And Spring Semester Communal Meals
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Coffee System
- Instant Hot Water
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Recreation Room
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Balcony
- Yard
- Garden
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
North Berkeley is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in East Bay and is located along the northern border of the University of California, Berkeley. Renters with fur babies will enjoy the proximity to various parks including Live Oak Park and Ohlone Dog Park. The neighborhood is a hub for entertainment and gourmet dining, with a myriad of eateries. Renters with various taste palates will appreciate these diverse restaurants.
North Berkeley is home to the Berkley Art Center, a focal point for artistic exploration and community building. North Berkley lies just north Downtown Berkeley, six miles north of Downtown Oakland, and 14 miles northwest of San Francisco, making for an easy commute to these various cities. Luxury apartments, houses, and condos are available for rent.
Learn more about living in North BerkeleyCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| North Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | |
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| Studio | $2,042 | $2,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,121 | $2,255 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,902 | $3,275 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,588 | $4,324 |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.3 mi |
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Transportation options available in Berkeley include Downtown Berkeley Station, located 0.7 mile from Casa Zimbabwe. Casa Zimbabwe is near Metro Oakland International, located 15.5 miles or 26 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 25.6 miles or 42 minutes away.
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.1 mi |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 13.2 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 26 min | 15.5 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 42 min | 25.6 mi |
Time and distance from Casa Zimbabwe.
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| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.1 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Berkeley Rose Garden
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Live Oak Park
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Botanical Garden at Berkeley
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Lawrence Hall of Science
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
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Tilden Nature Area
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.9 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.2 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 8.7 mi |
Casa Zimbabwe Photos
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Exterior of Casa Zimbabwe
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Unit 1 - 150SF
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Exterior of Ridge House
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Exterior of Ridge House
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Entrance to Ridge House
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"Ito's" Common Space Room at Casa Zimbabwe
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Common Kitchen Area at Ridge House
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Study Area at Casa Zimbabwe
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Common Area at Casa Zimbabwe
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While Casa Zimbabwe does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at Casa Zimbabwe, including water, electricity, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Contact this property for parking details.
Yes, Casa Zimbabwe welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,030 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $37,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Casa Zimbabwe is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! Casa Zimbabwe offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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