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925-528-4298
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Monthly Rent
$2,386 - $4,599
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
420 - 790 sq ft
The Overture
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- Sundeck
- Elevator
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Studio
$2,386 – $2,964
Studio
1 Bath
420 – 480 Sq Ft
$2,386 Deposit
9 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 406price $2,395square feet 432availibility Jun 2
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Unit 207price $2,595square feet 465availibility Jun 4
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Unit 310price $2,495square feet 420availibility Jun 8
Deluxe Studio
$2,695 – $3,025
Studio
1 Bath
525 – 560 Sq Ft
$2,695 Deposit
3 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
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Unit 409price $2,695square feet 542availibility Aug 4
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Unit 411price $2,695square feet 560availibility Aug 4
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Unit 215price $2,750square feet 525availibility Aug 4
Loft 1 Bedroom
$3,195 – $3,624
1 Bed
1 Bath
708 – 782 Sq Ft
$3,195 Deposit
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 2price $3,295square feet 708availibility Now
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Unit 1price $3,195square feet 782availibility Jun 3
1 Bed 1 Bath
$2,995 – $3,514
1 Bed
1 Bath
512 – 790 Sq Ft
$2,995 Deposit
5 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 212price $2,995square feet 540availibility Jun 3
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Unit 211price $2,995square feet 512availibility Jun 8
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Unit 301price $3,195square feet 790availibility Jun 8
2 Bed 2 Bath
$3,995 – $4,599
2 Beds
2 Baths
710 – 750 Sq Ft
$3,995 Deposit
4 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 103price $3,995square feet 710availibility Jun 2
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Unit 209price $3,995square feet 710availibility Aug 3
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Unit 309price $3,995square feet 710availibility Aug 4
2 Bed 1 Bath
$3,637 – $3,832
2 Beds
1 Bath
740 Sq Ft
$3,637 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 305price $3,637square feet 740availibility Jun 18
Studio
$2,386 – $2,964
Studio
1 Bath
420 – 480 Sq Ft
$2,386 Deposit
9 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 406price $2,395square feet 432availibility Jun 2
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Unit 207price $2,595square feet 465availibility Jun 4
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Unit 310price $2,495square feet 420availibility Jun 8
Deluxe Studio
$2,695 – $3,025
Studio
1 Bath
525 – 560 Sq Ft
$2,695 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 409price $2,695square feet 542availibility Aug 4
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Unit 411price $2,695square feet 560availibility Aug 4
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Unit 215price $2,750square feet 525availibility Aug 4
Loft 1 Bedroom
$3,195 – $3,624
1 Bed
1 Bath
708 – 782 Sq Ft
$3,195 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 2price $3,295square feet 708availibility Now
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Unit 1price $3,195square feet 782availibility Jun 3
1 Bed 1 Bath
$2,995 – $3,514
1 Bed
1 Bath
512 – 790 Sq Ft
$2,995 Deposit
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 212price $2,995square feet 540availibility Jun 3
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Unit 211price $2,995square feet 512availibility Jun 8
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Unit 301price $3,195square feet 790availibility Jun 8
2 Bed 2 Bath
$3,995 – $4,599
2 Beds
2 Baths
710 – 750 Sq Ft
$3,995 Deposit
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 103price $3,995square feet 710availibility Jun 2
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Unit 209price $3,995square feet 710availibility Aug 3
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Unit 309price $3,995square feet 710availibility Aug 4
2 Bed 1 Bath
$3,637 – $3,832
2 Beds
1 Bath
740 Sq Ft
$3,637 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 305price $3,637square feet 740availibility Jun 18
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Dogs
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Allowed
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Cats
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Allowed
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Fish
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Allowed
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Reptiles
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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
Lease Options
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5 - 12 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2016
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40 units/4 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Overture
Just a short walk from the UC Berkeley campus, The Overture offers residents a vibrant and connected living experience with a range of thoughtfully designed community spaces. On the main floor, the versatile "Flex Room" serves as a central hub for socializing perfect for hosting dinners, movie nights, or casual hangouts. Just steps away, the welcoming lobby features plush seating ideal for studying or relaxed conversations. Residents can stay active in the fully equipped fitness center, open 24/7, featuring cardio machines, yoga mats, exercise balls, TRX bands, and free weights. For added convenience, the on-site laundry room includes 10 washers and dryers, along with spacious folding areas.
The Overture is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94703 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oakland Unified School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
Sundeck
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Sundeck
1812 University Ave,
Berkeley,
CA
94703
Located .6 miles from University of California Berkley, Downtown Berkeley is the heart of the city. This dazzling city center is a vibrant hub for the arts, dining, shopping, business, and entertainment scenes. When searching for rentals in Downtown Berkeley, you’ll find a variety of rental options from affordable studios and quirky cottages to chic high-rise apartments with views of the city. Similar to other urban centers, Downtown Berkley houses movie theaters, office buildings, music stores, entertainment venues, coffee shops, a hospital, urban parks, and more.
In the center of town, you’ll find Berkeley’s renowned arts district, which is home to Roda Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Aurora Theatre Company, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Foodies fall in love with this district’s diverse collection of eateries serving everything from boba tea to falafel to pizza. Locals flock to Martin Luther King Jr.
Learn more about living in Downtown Berkeley
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | |
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| Studio | $2,286 | $2,094 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,644 | $2,265 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,931 | $3,320 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,430 | $4,396 |
Amenities
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Sundeck
- Fitness Center
Office Hours
925-528-4298
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.2 mi |
The Overture is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Berkeley City College. It is also near UC Berkeley and Samuel Merritt University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
216 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
80 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Berkeley include Downtown Berkeley, located 0.5 mile from The Overture. The Overture is near Metro Oakland International, located 14.4 miles or 26 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 24.9 miles or 40 minutes away.
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.2 mi |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.1 mi |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 12.5 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 26 min | 14.4 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 40 min | 24.9 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
64
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Overture.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
The Overture has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Habitot Children's Museum
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Museum of Vertebrate Zoology
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Essig Museum of Entomology
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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University and Jepson Herbaria
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
The Overture has 5 parks within 0.8 mile, including Habitot Children's Museum, Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, and UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.9 mi |
The Overture has 3 hospitals within 3.9 miles, the nearest is Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus which is 2.0 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 7.9 mi |
The Overture has 3 military bases within 7.9 miles, the nearest is Military Reservation which is 3.9 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
The Overture Photos
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The Overture
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Fitness Center
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Studio - 455SF - Living Room
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Studio - 455SF - Bathroom
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Studio - 455SF - Kitchen
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Unit 214, 314 & 414
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Unit 208, 308 & 408
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Unit 202 & 302
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Unit 305 & 405
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Does The Overture have in-unit laundry?
The Overture does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at The Overture?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at The Overture?
Contact this property for parking details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
The Overture has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,386/mo. to $4,599/mo.
Is The Overture pet-friendly?
Yes, The Overture welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at The Overture?
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 $2,386 for a studio, you would need to earn about $95,440 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does The Overture have move-in specials?
The Overture is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,386.
Does The Overture offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! The Overture offers 6 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1812 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703
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