The U at California
1598 University Ave,
Berkeley, CA 94703
$2,095 - $4,645
Studio - 2 Beds
Poet's Corner
Berkeley, CA
Poet's Corner - Berkeley, CA
Area Guide
This artsy neighborhood is great for aficionados, students, professionals, and more
Artistic
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Walkable
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Park-Like
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Great Location
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Trendy
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Poets Corner is a neighborhood bordering Downtown Berkeley. Anchored Strawberry Creek Park, this park-like and highly walkable area offers mid-range to upscale rentals in a variety of styles, from charming bungalows to sleek, mid-rise apartments. As its name implies, Poets Corner is a safe haven for artists. There is a writing center, video production company, and art gallery bordering Strawberry Creek Park, while residents also have access to Synergy Theater and Neyborly at Poets Corner, an industrial-chic venue used for fashion pop-ups, performances, art shows, and other entertainment events. Poets Corner also houses artsy coffee shops, laid-back cafes, diverse eateries, government offices, retail stores, and more. When living in Poets Corner, you’ll also enjoy proximity to Downtown Berkeley, the University of California at Berkeley, and the Berkley Marina, which houses several waterfront parks, beaches, and eateries. Whether you’re a rising artist, student, or professional, Poets Corner is perfect for every renter looking for a home in Berkeley.
Transportation
93
Walker's Paradise
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
64
Good Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
98
Biker's Paradise
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Strawberry Creek Park
- Cedar-Rose Park
- Habitot Children's Museum
- McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
- Museum of Vertebrate Zoology
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Metro Oakland International
- San Francisco International
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.