
Student housing,
steps from campus.
Private dorm rooms at 2490 Channing Way, a 3-minute walk to UC Berkeley. Fully furnished. All-inclusive. From $765/mo.
99
Walk Score
2
Blocks to Campus
60+
Years Serving Cal
3-Minute Walk to Campus
Just 2 blocks from Sproul Plaza and the heart of UC Berkeley.
Fully Furnished & All-Inclusive
Move in with just your suitcase. WiFi, cable, utilities — all included.
Study Rooms & Community Spaces
Quiet study zones, a shared lounge, and kitchen for the full college experience.
Where Cal students have lived for over six decades.
Telegraph Commons offers triple, double, single, and XL deluxe dorm rooms with shared community kitchens, study lounges, and laundry on every floor. Everything is included: WiFi, cleaning, furniture, and utilities, so you can focus on what matters.



Find Your Perfect Room
Fully furnished private and shared rooms starting at $765/mo, all-inclusive and just 2 blocks from UC Berkeley.

Telegraph Commons - Short Term Summer Lease! Private AND Shared rooms Available!

2026-2027 Availability! Fully Furnished Move-In Furnished Triple for female students! Convenience + Small knit Community + Ease of Living! 2 Blocks from UC Berkeley!

2026-2027 Availability! Gorgeous Furnished Double! Blocks to UC Berkeley! Short Term Lease Accomodation!

2026-2027 Availability! Our Location Can't Be Beat! Private Fully Furnished Single Rooms for the 2026-2027 School Year! Join us @ Telegraph Commons! 2 Blocks Away from UC!
Everything Included
All-inclusive pricing means no surprise bills. Your rent covers WiFi, cable, cleaning, and more.
Right in the Heart of Berkeley
Telegraph Commons sits just 2 blocks from UC Berkeley campus on historic Telegraph Avenue, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and everything a student needs.
What Residents Say
Hear from students and parents who chose Telegraph Commons.
“I've had such a positive experience with Telegraph Commons throughout the leasing process. From the very beginning, the team was communicative, patient, and incredibly supportive.”
Jason Lee
8 months ago
“This is a really nice apartment building! I went on a tour with Christine and the place seems pretty fairly sized for the prices. It's nice that the building is close to campus, and the staff are super helpful.”
Lu He
10 months ago
“I've been here for about a month and am only here for the summer but I have had a really good experience so far. It is always clean in the common areas and I had a very smooth leasing process with David.”
Anya E Johnson
9 months ago
“Telegraph Commons is a great option for students! I was concerned about safety and wanted my sister to affordably live closer to campus and have secure entrances. Gives me a great sense of mind. I highly recommend this building!”
Danielle Cathcart
9 months ago
“I had a viewing this morning with Mr David and he is the most polite experienced agent I've ever encountered. David was very patient & calm while showing me multiple units on different floors, which by the way were beautiful.”
Betty Jones
9 months ago
“This is a really nice apartment building! David our tour guide was a very friendly and sophisticated young man. The place seems pretty fairly sized for the prices and clean.”
Sean Payne
9 months ago
“I had a great experience leasing at Telegraph Commons! David P. made the entire process super easy and stress free. He was always quick to respond, helpful with questions, and genuinely kind throughout the whole thing.”
Mia Cortez
9 months ago
“I love the convenient location near campus and the community of students is energizing. The affordability and proximity to Berkeley's amenities provides great value to any student.”
Max Kuropas
9 months ago
“Took a tour with David and really enjoyed learning more about the building's amenities and features. Looking forward to living here this upcoming semester!”
Deyi Xing
9 months ago
“The leasing experience with David was great and this property is pretty with easy access to the Berkeley campus.”
Wyatt W.
9 months ago
“I had a great experience in touring the place. It is well taken care of and especially for the community that is created!”
Yaneli Torres Perez
9 months ago
“Recently took a tour. I like the affordable yet cozy apartment environment and the proximity to campus.”
SpaceFlyer101
10 months ago
“New management post renovations has done a great job. Good value and close to campus.”
Tighe Thomas
10 months ago
“Talked to David who is a super nice guy. He really took his time to show me around!”
Baum Keuel
9 months ago
“Really great quality for the price and they resolve issues pretty fast.”
Priyansh S
10 months ago
“Great experiences with the management company!”
Tim Costello
10 months ago
“Great cost, management, and property!”
Natemcc22
10 months ago
“I've had such a positive experience with Telegraph Commons throughout the leasing process. From the very beginning, the team was communicative, patient, and incredibly supportive.”
Jason Lee
8 months ago
“This is a really nice apartment building! I went on a tour with Christine and the place seems pretty fairly sized for the prices. It's nice that the building is close to campus, and the staff are super helpful.”
Lu He
10 months ago
“I've been here for about a month and am only here for the summer but I have had a really good experience so far. It is always clean in the common areas and I had a very smooth leasing process with David.”
Anya E Johnson
9 months ago
“Telegraph Commons is a great option for students! I was concerned about safety and wanted my sister to affordably live closer to campus and have secure entrances. Gives me a great sense of mind. I highly recommend this building!”
Danielle Cathcart
9 months ago
“I had a viewing this morning with Mr David and he is the most polite experienced agent I've ever encountered. David was very patient & calm while showing me multiple units on different floors, which by the way were beautiful.”
Betty Jones
9 months ago
“This is a really nice apartment building! David our tour guide was a very friendly and sophisticated young man. The place seems pretty fairly sized for the prices and clean.”
Sean Payne
9 months ago
“I had a great experience leasing at Telegraph Commons! David P. made the entire process super easy and stress free. He was always quick to respond, helpful with questions, and genuinely kind throughout the whole thing.”
Mia Cortez
9 months ago
“I love the convenient location near campus and the community of students is energizing. The affordability and proximity to Berkeley's amenities provides great value to any student.”
Max Kuropas
9 months ago
“Took a tour with David and really enjoyed learning more about the building's amenities and features. Looking forward to living here this upcoming semester!”
Deyi Xing
9 months ago
“The leasing experience with David was great and this property is pretty with easy access to the Berkeley campus.”
Wyatt W.
9 months ago
“I had a great experience in touring the place. It is well taken care of and especially for the community that is created!”
Yaneli Torres Perez
9 months ago
“Recently took a tour. I like the affordable yet cozy apartment environment and the proximity to campus.”
SpaceFlyer101
10 months ago
“New management post renovations has done a great job. Good value and close to campus.”
Tighe Thomas
10 months ago
“Talked to David who is a super nice guy. He really took his time to show me around!”
Baum Keuel
9 months ago
“Really great quality for the price and they resolve issues pretty fast.”
Priyansh S
10 months ago
“Great experiences with the management company!”
Tim Costello
10 months ago
“Great cost, management, and property!”
Natemcc22
10 months ago
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