List Search

1909 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704 Downtown Berkeley

$11,813 USD/MO

Storefront For Lease  •  4,725 SF

Property Details

  • Property Type Storefront
  • Year Built 1951
  • Total Building Size 4,725 SF
  • Tenancy Single
  • Building Class C
  • Zoning C-DMU Buffer
90 Transit Score
80 Walk Score

1 Space Available

Name Space Use Size Rent Details
1st Floor Ste Office/Retail 4,725 SF $30.00 USD/SF/YR 
Position your business in the heart of Berkeley along a highly trafficked corridor with exceptional visibility and strong surrounding retail synergy. 1909 University Avenue offers a rare opportunity to lease a freestanding, single-tenant building just minutes from Downtown Berkeley, BART, and the UC Berkeley campus.

The ±4,725 SF space is fully built out and well-maintained, featuring an efficient layout with reception, multiple private rooms, open areas, and support spaces; ideal for a wide range of uses including retail, wellness, office, or service-oriented businesses. The property provides a strong street presence and distinct identity, making it ideal for tenants seeking branding visibility and signage exposure.

Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system, updated roof, and seismic retrofitting, offering peace of mind for long-term occupancy. The building is equipped with 200A, 3-phase power, supporting a variety of operational needs.

Located along one of Berkeley’s main commercial corridors, the property benefits from consistent foot and vehicle traffic and proximity to prominent local businesses, dining, and neighborhood amenities.

  • Date available: Jun 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: Triple Net
  • Built out as: Professional Services
  • Space Type: Relet

Description 

Located along Berkeley’s highly traveled University Avenue corridor, this property benefits from exceptional visibility and connectivity in one of the East Bay’s most dynamic commercial districts. University Avenue serves as a primary arterial linking Interstate 80, Downtown Berkeley, and the UC Berkeley campus, driving consistent daily traffic from commuters, residents, students, and visitors.

The immediate area features a diverse mix of established local businesses, national retailers, dining destinations, and neighborhood-serving services, creating strong built-in foot traffic and cross-shopping activity. Its proximity to Downtown Berkeley and multiple BART stations provides convenient regional access, while the nearby UC Berkeley campus contributes a steady flow of students, faculty, and professionals.

Surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods and a highly educated consumer base, the location offers excellent demographics for a wide range of retail, service, and wellness-oriented businesses. This stretch of University Avenue is known for its strong daytime population, walkability, and consistent vehicle exposure, making it an ideal setting for businesses seeking both visibility and accessibility in a central Berkeley location.

Property Flyers

Major Tenants

Tenant SF Occupied Lease End Date
Utrecht Art Supplies

Public Transportation

Commuter RailDriveWalkDistance
6 min - 2.1 mi
10 min - 3.1 mi
Transit/SubwayDriveWalkDistance
Downtown Berkeley Station (Fremont - Richmond - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Richmond - Millbrae - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)) 2 min 8 min 0.4 mi
North Berkeley Station (Fremont - Richmond - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Richmond - Millbrae - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)) 3 min 14 min 0.7 mi
AirportDriveWalkDistance
Metro Oakland International 26 min - 14.4 mi
San Francisco International 40 min - 24.8 mi
Andy Rohner 510-450-1424 MRE Commercial Real Estate
Andy Rohner 510-450-1424 MRE Commercial Real Estate