- Bedrooms
- 1 - 31 - 3 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 Bath1 Bath
- Sq. Ft.
- 700 - 865 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
Sterling Allston B9
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Penthouse East
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Penthouse West
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Sterling Allston C1
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 1+ mo
Property Information
- Built in 2001
- 91 units10 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
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Liability Waiver$16 / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$51
Due at Move-In
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Deposit$500
Dogs Allowed
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Monthly Pet Fee$75
99 lbs. Weight Limit
Cats Allowed
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Monthly Pet Fee$75
99 lbs. Weight Limit
Personalized Add-Ons
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Parking$230 / mo
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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Property Highlights
- On Site Maintenance
Community Features
- Income Restricted
- Maintenance on site
Map of Sterling Allston
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Very bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Commuter Rail
10 min Drive
Airport
26 min Drive
Airport
41 min Drive
Moving to Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Sterling Allston proximity to Southside Square, Acheson Commons, and University Ave Cottages - 2nd Floor Office. Southside Square is 0.3 miles away, and Acheson Commons is within a 6 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Downtown Berkeley is exceptional public transit. Within 11.4 miles of Sterling Allston, you’ll find Downtown Berkeley, Ashby Station, and North Berkeley.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Sterling Allston are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 0.5 miles, including Habitot Children's Museum, Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, and UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology.
Airports
Living in Downtown Berkeley provides easy access to Metro Oakland International, located just 25 minutes from Sterling Allston. Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 24.3 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Malcolm X Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Washington Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Sankofa United Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Global Montessori International School
Grades PK-5
Private
Willard Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Quantum Camp
Grades K-8
Private
Berkeley High
Grades 9-12
Public
Bayhill High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Berkeley City College | Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi) |
| UC Berkeley | Drive: 5 min (1.3 mi) |
| Samuel Merritt University | Drive: 10 min (3.6 mi) |
| Lincoln University, Oakland | Drive: 13 min (5.2 mi) |
About Sterling Allston
The Gaia apartments sit one block west of UC Berkeley campus at the corner of Shattuck Avenue and Allston Way. Gaia apartments are located moments from the downtown Berkeley BART station within walking distance of many stores and restaurants. Gaia… apartments feature 91 beautifully designed contemporary apartments, a resort-like rooftop deck, a playful courtyard, and an unbeatable location. Come see everything Gaia apartments have to offer!
The Gaia apartments sit one block west of UC Berkeley campus at the corner of Shattuck Avenue and Allston Way. Gaia apartments are located moments from the downtown Berkeley BART station within walking distance of many stores and restaurants. Gaia apartments feature 91 beautifully designed contemporary apartments, a resort-like rooftop deck, a playful courtyard, and an unbeatable location. Come see everything Gaia apartments have to offer!
Sterling Allston is an apartment community in Berkeley, CA
Contact
Berkeley, CA 94704
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- Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Renter Reviews
For Sterling Allston
1 Rating & Review
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2/9/16
Unsafe and poor management
I once saw homeless people sleeping in the stair way. The call box has been broken for years and the laundry broke almost every month. The staff is indifferent and rude about those issues. And the rent goes up by more than 10% every year, totally unworthy.
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