1598 University Ave Berkeley, CA

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Listing date Aug 22, 2025

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Located at the corner of University Avenue and California Street, this retail space is part of The U at California, a new 8-story, 207-unit mixed-use project. The property is situated 0.8 miles from the UC Berkeley campus and a few blocks from Downtown Berkeley. The available space features high ceilings ranging from 18 to 21 feet, with the potential to add a mezzanine level for additional office or storage space. University Avenue is a high-traffic thoroughfare that connects to Downtown Berkeley and the UC Berkeley campus. The neighborhood features a strong mix of businesses, including BodyRok, Bageltopia, Three Stone Hearth, Target, Trader Joe’s, Mike’s Bikes, and Nation’s Giant Hamburgers, all within three blocks. Downtown Berkeley is a regional destination for food, entertainment, and the arts, with over 150 restaurants, cafes, bars, and entertainment venues attracting over 2 million annual theater and cinema patrons. The area possesses excellent demographics, with $4.04 billion in total spending power.

Key Highlights

• High‑traffic location on University Ave, Berkeley's main thoroughfare to Downtown & UC Berkeley campus.
• Excellent neighborhood co‑tenancy with popular businesses like BodyRok, Target, Trader Joe’s, and Nation’s Giant Hamburgers within 3 blocks.
• Located 0.8 miles from UC Berkeley campus and a few blocks from Downtown Berkeley.

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Retail space - High-visibility retail space in a mixed-use project near UC Berkeley.

Where is this retail space located?

The property is located at 1598 University Ave Berkeley, CA.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: High‑traffic location on University Ave, Berkeley's main thoroughfare to Downtown & UC Berkeley campus.; Excellent neighborhood co‑tenancy with popular businesses like BodyRok, Target, Trader Joe’s, and Nation’s Giant Hamburgers within 3 blocks.; Located 0.8 miles from UC Berkeley campus and a few blocks from Downtown Berkeley.