Spectra Southside (Student)
2338 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,100 - $1,400 | Studio | Studio | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 120 - 180 sq. ft. |
| View Fees and Policies |
Pricing and Floor Plans
Standard
$1,100
Studio, 1 Bath
, 120 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,100
120 Sq. Ft.
Now
Standard XL
$1,200
Studio, 1 Bath
, 180 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,200
180 Sq. Ft.
Now
Select
$1,200
Studio, 1 Bath
, 140 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,200
140 Sq. Ft.
Now
Premium
$1,300
Studio, 1 Bath
, 140 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,300
140 Sq. Ft.
Now
Select XL
$1,300
Studio, 1 Bath
, 180 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,300
180 Sq. Ft.
Now
Premium XL
$1,400
Studio, 1 Bath
, 180 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Private
$1,400
180 Sq. Ft.
Now
Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1915
- 120 units / 4 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$35
Pet policies are negotiable.
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.
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Destination Address
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Apartment Features
- Dishwasher
- Furnished
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Elevator
- Furnished Units Available
- Laundry Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
- Package Service
- Planned Social Activities
- Public Transportation
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Utilities Included
- Wi-Fi
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Scores provided by 
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
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HowLoud
Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Commuter Rail
12 min Drive
Airport
Metro Oakland International
28 min Drive
Airport
San Francisco International
44 min Drive
Moving to South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Spectra Southside (Student) proximity to 2620-2620 Telegraph Ave, Southside Square, and 2450-2480 Shattuck Avenue Corner. 2620-2620 Telegraph Ave is 0.7 miles away, and Southside Square is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, South Berkeley is exceptional public transit. Within 12.7 miles of Spectra Southside (Student), you’ll find Downtown Berkeley, Ashby Station, and North Berkeley.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Spectra Southside (Student) are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 0.9 miles, including People's Park, Essig Museum of Entomology, and UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology.
Airports
Living in South Berkeley provides easy access to Metro Oakland International, located just 25 minutes from Spectra Southside (Student). Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 25.1 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Emerson Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Sankofa United Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
The East Bay School
Grades 6-8
Private
Willard Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
Grades PK-8
Private
Maybeck High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Berkeley High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Nea Community Learning Center
Grades PK-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Berkeley City College
Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
UC Berkeley
Drive: 6 min (1.6 mi)
Samuel Merritt University
Drive: 11 min (3.8 mi)
Lincoln University, Oakland
Drive: 13 min (5.8 mi)
About Spectra Southside (Student)
Affordable Furnished Private Rooms in Berkeley Steps from Campus, Starting at Just $995/Month
Now Offering 12-Month & Limited Semester Lease Options
Looking for an affordable, move-in-ready furnished private room in one of Berkeley's most... convenient locations? Spectra Southside offers furnished private rooms just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, shopping, and everything Berkeley has to offer.
12-Month Lease Pricing
Standard Rooms starting at $995/month
Select Rooms starting at $1,200/month
Premium Rooms starting at $1,300/month
Limited Semester Lease Options
Need housing through the Fall semester? We now offer limited semester leases ending December 31, 2026 - Private Rooms starting at $1,750/month
Why Choose Spectra Southside?
Move-in-ready furnished private rooms
Just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, and shopping
Standard, Standard XL, Select, Select XL, Premium & Premium XL room options
Select room types include a private sink
High-speed Xfinity Internet & Wi-Fi
Shared community kitchen
Study lounge
Laundry facilities
Elevator access
Secure package lockers
Roommate matching available
Onsite Community Manager
Utilities & Leasing Information
Flat $100/month utility fee (includes water, electricity, heat, trash, and private Xfinity Internet)
12-month and limited semester lease options available
No qualified co-signer? Ask us about our alternative qualification options.
Limited availability—reserve your room today!
Affordable Furnished Private Rooms in Berkeley Steps from Campus, Starting at Just $995/Month
Now Offering 12-Month & Limited Semester Lease Options
Looking for an affordable, move-in-ready furnished private room in one of Berkeley's most convenient locations? Spectra Southside offers furnished private rooms just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, shopping, and everything Berkeley has to offer.
12-Month Lease Pricing
Standard Rooms starting at $995/month
Select Rooms starting at $1,200/month
Premium Rooms starting at $1,300/month
Limited Semester Lease Options
Need housing through the Fall semester? We now offer limited semester leases ending December 31, 2026 - Private Rooms starting at $1,750/month
Why Choose Spectra Southside?
Move-in-ready furnished private rooms
Just steps from UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley BART, restaurants, and shopping
Standard, Standard XL, Select, Select XL, Premium & Premium XL room options
Select room types include a private sink
High-speed Xfinity Internet & Wi-Fi
Shared community kitchen
Study lounge
Laundry facilities
Elevator access
Secure package lockers
Roommate matching available
Onsite Community Manager
Utilities & Leasing Information
Flat $100/month utility fee (includes water, electricity, heat, trash, and private Xfinity Internet)
12-month and limited semester lease options available
No qualified co-signer? Ask us about our alternative qualification options.
Limited availability—reserve your room today!
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Renter Reviews
For Spectra Southside (Student)
3.8
21 Ratings & Reviews
2/5/26
Verified Renter
Been pretty chill so far; however, I have asked to have someone clean the alcove because residents have been throwing trash out their windows, and no one has replied back to me.
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10/21/25
Verified Renter
The location is amazing, the manager can help you solve problems in a timely manner, the living environment is relaxed and friendly, and the price is very affordable. I really like it.
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8/2/25
Verified Renter
roach galore - on my bed, in my sink, on my ceiling. Whole building issue. I told them about this multiple times and they brought pest control and then stopped for a couple of months and then the roach problem got worse. Pest control has skipped my room despite me asking. They don't care about you. The whole building needs to get fumigated. Disgusting bathroom and kitchen conditions. Always a foul smell in the hallways and kitchen. The onsite staff are friendly, but the building condition is so... run down you can 100% find a better place at the same price.
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4/3/25
Verified Renter
The main thing I wish someone would have told me is that there are roaches here before I signed my lease, now I have to shake out my shoes and clothing before put them on. I’m scared to have people over I’m terrified that I’m gonna leave the house one day and there will be a roach on my clothing
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3/26/25
Verified Renter
Many days the toilet paper is out and we have to call someone to get it refilled. Needs daily attention to all bathroom floors. Not always quick to put mail in mailboxes
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