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The Overture

1812 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,395 - $4,599

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    420 - 782 sq ft

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Starting at $2,395 Studio 1 Bath 420 – 480 Sq Ft $2,395 Deposit
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  • Unit 206
    price $2,395
    square feet 420
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  • Unit 310
    price $2,495
    square feet 420
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 306
    price $2,495
    square feet 420
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  • Unit 403
    price $2,536
    square feet 420
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 307
    price $2,595
    square feet 465
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  • Unit 207
    price $2,595
    square feet 465
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 406
    price $2,595
    square feet 432
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 313
    price $2,595
    square feet 455
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 214
    price $2,695
    square feet 480
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 213
    price $2,695
    square feet 455
    availibility Oct 15

Deluxe Studio
$2,695 Studio 1 Bath 542 Sq Ft $2,695 Deposit
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  • Unit 409
    price $2,695
    square feet 542
    availibility Oct 31
Loft 1 Bedroom
Starting at $3,095 1 Bed 1 Bath 708 – 782 Sq Ft $3,095 Deposit
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  • Unit 2
    price $3,195
    square feet 708
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  • Unit 1
    price $3,095
    square feet 782
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1 Bed 1 Bath
Starting at $2,895 1 Bed 1 Bath 512 – 540 Sq Ft $2,895 Deposit
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  • Unit 312
    price $2,895
    square feet 540
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 212
    price $2,895
    square feet 540
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 211
    price $2,895
    square feet 512
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 311
    price $3,145
    square feet 512
    availibility Oct 15

2 Bed 2 Bath
Starting at $3,995 2 Beds 2 Baths 710 – 750 Sq Ft $3,995 Deposit
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  • Unit 103
    price $3,995
    square feet 710
    availibility Oct 5
  • Unit 101
    price $4,195
    square feet 750
    availibility Oct 15
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 740 Sq Ft
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Studio
Starting at $2,395 Studio 1 Bath 420 – 480 Sq Ft $2,395 Deposit
10 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 206
    price $2,395
    square feet 420
    availibility Now
  • Unit 310
    price $2,495
    square feet 420
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 306
    price $2,495
    square feet 420
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 403
    price $2,536
    square feet 420
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 307
    price $2,595
    square feet 465
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 207
    price $2,595
    square feet 465
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 406
    price $2,595
    square feet 432
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 313
    price $2,595
    square feet 455
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 214
    price $2,695
    square feet 480
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 213
    price $2,695
    square feet 455
    availibility Oct 15

Deluxe Studio
$2,695 Studio 1 Bath 542 Sq Ft $2,695 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 409
    price $2,695
    square feet 542
    availibility Oct 31
Loft 1 Bedroom
Starting at $3,095 1 Bed 1 Bath 708 – 782 Sq Ft $3,095 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2
    price $3,195
    square feet 708
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1
    price $3,095
    square feet 782
    availibility Oct 15
1 Bed 1 Bath
Starting at $2,895 1 Bed 1 Bath 512 – 540 Sq Ft $2,895 Deposit
4 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 312
    price $2,895
    square feet 540
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 212
    price $2,895
    square feet 540
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 211
    price $2,895
    square feet 512
    availibility Oct 15
  • Unit 311
    price $3,145
    square feet 512
    availibility Oct 15

2 Bed 2 Bath
Starting at $3,995 2 Beds 2 Baths 710 – 750 Sq Ft $3,995 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 103
    price $3,995
    square feet 710
    availibility Oct 5
  • Unit 101
    price $4,195
    square feet 750
    availibility Oct 15
2 Bed 1 Bath
Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 740 Sq Ft
Not Available
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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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee
        Charged per applicant.
        $25
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Fish
    • Allowed
  • Reptiles
    • Allowed
  • Parking
    • Parking
      Charged per vehicle.
      $150 - $250 / mo
  • Trash
    Charged per unit.
    $26 - $30

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Lease Options

  • 10 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 2016
  • 40 units/4 stories

Matterport 3D Tours

This fitness center offers a well-equipped workout space designed to accommodate a range of exercise needs. The space is characterized by its industrial aesthetic, featuring exposed concrete walls, visible ceiling ductwork, and raw structural beams that lend the room a distinctive, urban character. The flooring throughout is a durable blue rubberized surface, well-suited for high-impact activity and easy maintenance. The facility is divided into two functional zones. One area is dedicated to cardio and aerobic training, housing a treadmill, elliptical machine, stationary spin bike, and a stability ball, all positioned beneath a wall-mounted flat-screen television — ideal for staying entertained during workouts. The second area focuses on strength training, featuring a multi-function cable machine, an adjustable weight bench, and a fully stocked dumbbell rack with a wall mirror for form monitoring. A wall-mounted sanitizing station and waste bin are conveniently accessible, supporting cleanliness throughout the space. Overhead linear lighting and a ceiling-mounted HVAC unit ensure the environment remains well-lit and climate-controlled during use. A glass-panel door connects to an adjacent area, adding accessibility and openness to the layout.

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This fitness center offers a well-equipped workout space designed to accommodate a range of exercise needs. The space is characterized by its industrial aesthetic, featuring exposed concrete walls, visible ceiling ductwork, and raw structural beams that lend the room a distinctive, urban character. The flooring throughout is a durable blue rubberized surface, well-suited for high-impact activity and easy maintenance.

The facility is divided into two functional zones. One area is dedicated to cardio and aerobic training, housing a treadmill, elliptical machine, stationary spin bike, and a stability ball, all positioned beneath a wall-mounted flat-screen television — ideal for staying entertained during workouts. The second area focuses on strength training, featuring a multi-function cable machine, an adjustable weight bench, and a fully stocked dumbbell rack with a wall mirror for form monitoring. A wall-mounted sanitizing station and waste bin are conveniently accessible, supporting cleanliness throughout the space. Overhead linear lighting and a ceiling-mounted HVAC unit ensure the environment remains well-lit and climate-controlled during use. A glass-panel door connects to an adjacent area, adding accessibility and openness to the layout.

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 Berkeley Unified School District attendance zone.

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  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Elevator

Clubhouse

Sundeck

  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Sundeck
Location
1812 University Ave, Berkeley,
CA 94703
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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.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Downtown Berkeley Berkeley, CA
Studio $2,363 $2,079
1 Bedroom $2,743 $2,322
2 Bedrooms $4,011 $3,348
3 Bedrooms $4,361 $4,214
Amenities
  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Sundeck
  • Fitness Center
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
925-528-4298
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Berkeley City College
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
UC Berkeley
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 11 min 4.0 mi
Lincoln University, Oakland
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 Schools
  • Private Schools
Sankofa United Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
216 Students
Nearby
Washington Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
401 Students
Attendance Zone
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Nea Community Learning Center
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
479 Students
Nearby
Willard Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
596 Students
Attendance Zone
Berkeley High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,218 Students
Attendance Zone
Shu Ren International School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
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Transportation

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.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Downtown Berkeley
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
North Berkeley
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Ashby Station
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Rockridge
Drive: 10 min 3.3 mi
El Cerrito Plaza Station
Drive: 10 min 3.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Berkeley Amtrak
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Emeryville
Drive: 9 min 3.2 mi
Oakland
Drive: 14 min 6.1 mi
Richmond
Drive: 15 min 8.1 mi
San Francisco Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 22 min 12.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Metro Oakland International
Drive: 26 min 14.4 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 40 min 24.9 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Overture.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
University Ave Cottages - 2nd Floor Office
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
1930 Bonita Ave
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
2058 University Ave
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
The Overture has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 mile, which is about a 5-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Habitot Children's Museum
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Museum of Vertebrate Zoology
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Essig Museum of Entomology
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
University and Jepson Herbaria
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
Hospitals Distance
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Oakland / Richmond
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
Military Bases Distance
Military Reservation
Drive: 12 min 3.9 mi
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 19 min 7.9 mi
Treasure Island Naval Station
Drive: 22 min 10.9 mi
The Overture has 3 military bases within 10.9 miles, the nearest is Military Reservation which is 3.9 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
 
 

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  • Fitness Center

  • Studio - 455SF - Living Room

  • Studio - 455SF - Bathroom

  • Studio - 455SF - Kitchen

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  • Unit 214, 314 & 414

  • Unit 208, 308 & 408

  • Unit 202 & 302

  • Unit 2

  • Unit 305 & 405

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Frequently Asked Questions
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?

Parking is available at The Overture. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

The Overture has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,395/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 $2,395 for a studio, you would need to earn about $95,800 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 $2,395.

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.

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