Congratulations on your acceptance, transfer, or enrollment next year at UC Berkeley! Not in the market for a cramped, on-campus dorm? Stonefire Berkeley offers a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom layouts with private and shared bedroom options just a short walk from campus and downtown Berkeley.
This FAQ guide brings together the details students and families usually want to review before signing a lease, including location, floor plan options, apartment features, amenities, parking, pet policies, and on-site support. Continue reading to learn more about our UC Berkeley off-campus housing community, and feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.
1. Location & Proximity to Campus
Stonefire Berkeley is located at:
2010 Milvia Street
Berkeley, CA 94704
The property sits at the corner of University Avenue and Milvia Street in downtown Berkeley, placing students close to campus, local restaurants, everyday essentials, and transit connections. Stonefire Berkeley offers apartments in Berkeley, California, with a central setting that keeps both class days and weekend plans within easy reach.
Stonefire Berkeley is 0.18 miles from UC Berkeley, with several major campus landmarks within a short walk. West Crescent is 0.4 miles away, Dwinelle Hall and Sather Gate are each 0.5 miles away, and Doe Memorial Library, Memorial Glade, Wheeler Hall, and Moffitt Undergraduate Library are all within 0.6 to 0.7 miles of Stonefire Berkeley.
Stonefire Berkeley is close to academic buildings, libraries, and student destinations across central campus. Wheeler Hall, Doe Memorial Library, Memorial Glade, Sather Tower, California Hall, Moffitt Undergraduate Library, Zellerbach Hall, Cory Hall, Soda Hall, and the Haas School of Business are all within 0.6 to 1.0 miles of the property. California Memorial Stadium is 1.3 miles away, and the Hearst Greek Theatre is 1.5 miles away for game days and major events.
Stonefire Berkeley is close to downtown Berkeley dining and several well-known local spots. Shattuck Avenue dining, shops, and the arts district are 0.1 miles away, while nearby dining options in the neighborhood include Eureka!, Heroic Italian Berkeley, Triple Rock Brewing, Revival Bar+Kitchen, and Imm Thai Street Food. Telegraph Avenue is also 0.8 miles away for more casual food options, coffee runs, bookstores, and street-level Berkeley energy near campus.
Stonefire Berkeley is near a mix of grocery stores, pharmacy stops, and shopping districts that fit everyday student routines. Downtown Berkeley is 0.1 miles away, Downtown Berkeley BART Station is 0.3 miles away, Fourth Street Shopping District is 1.5 miles away, and North Shattuck is 1.2 miles away. For everyday essentials, Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, CVS, Target, and the Fourth Street shops are also within walking distance of these UC Berkeley off-campus apartments.
Stonefire Berkeley places students near arts, entertainment, outdoor destinations, and classic Berkeley landmarks. Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and Berkeley Repertory Theatre are both 0.3 miles away, Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse is 0.4 miles away, and Berkeley Marina and César Chávez Park are 2 miles away. For a longer outing, Tilden Regional Park is 4 miles away, with trails, Lake Anza, and additional outdoor space beyond campus and downtown.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley has a Transit Score of 72 and is 0.3 miles from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station, which adds a practical option for getting around Berkeley and reaching other parts of the Bay Area. The property also has a 99 Walkability Score, so many academic, dining, and daily errands are within walking distance.
2. Floor Plans, Furnishings, & Furniture Packages
Stonefire Berkeley offers a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and penthouse-style layouts, with options that support both private and shared living arrangements. Select floor plans also include double occupancy options, which gives students more options when comparing UC Berkeley off-campus apartments in a downtown Berkeley location.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley includes layouts with private bedroom and bathroom options, along with units that feature shared bathrooms in select floor plans.
Stonefire Berkeley apartments are unfurnished. Students who want more details about move-in planning or room setup can contact the leasing office for current availability and apartment-specific details.
Stonefire Berkeley apartments include in-unit washers and dryers, open-concept layouts, and hardwood-style flooring in common spaces. Select apartments also include floor-to-ceiling windows, premium unit upgrades, top-floor locations, walk-in closets, balconies, and private bedroom balconies.
Stonefire Berkeley features decorator cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher.
Yes. Select apartments include balconies, and some bedrooms have private balconies as well. Select units also feature views of the San Francisco Bay, the San Francisco skyline, and the Golden Gate Bridge, along with top-floor and premium unit options for students who want a more premium layout.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley includes shared-living options, including double occupancy layouts and units with shared bathroom configurations in select apartments.
3. Amenities
On-site are a mixture of convenience-, wellness-, and social-focused amenities that support both school day routines and downtime at home. Highlights include a 24/7 fitness center, a 1,600-square-foot outdoor terrace, a coffee bar, high-speed WiFi throughout the property, and social features like ping pong, foosball, a fire pit, and a grilling station.
Yes. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property, which supports online coursework, studying, and day-to-day academic use across the building.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley has a 24/7 fitness center with treadmills, ellipticals, strength training machines, cable machines, a power rack, and benches. The equipment supports both cardio workouts and strength training in one convenient on-site space.
Yes. These Berkeley, CA, apartments feature a 1,600-square-foot outdoor terrace designed for relaxing, gathering, and enjoying time outside close to home. The outdoor amenity lineup also includes a fire pit and grilling station, giving students another place to spend time with roommates and friends under the California sunshine.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley includes ping pong and foosball, along with the outdoor terrace, fire pit, and grilling station. These spaces add casual places to recharge, meet up with friends, or enjoy a break from class and study time.
Yes. There are first-floor retail and restaurants, along with 8,700 square feet of retail space on the lower level. The on-site coffee bar also adds a convenient stop for a quick drink or study break close to the apartment.
4. Shared Spaces and Community Programming
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley offers residence life programming centered on philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social engagement. Past events have included pizza parties, weekly polls, and other resident activities that help create a more connected living experience within these Berkeley, CA, student apartments.
Stonefire Berkeley’s P.A.W.S. program is the framework behind its resident events and community programming. It focuses on philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social growth, with events intended to support a well-rounded student living experience.
5. Safety, Security, & Transportation
Stonefire Berkeley includes FOB-controlled building access for residents, FOB-controlled access to amenity spaces, and security cameras throughout the property. An on-site security guard is also present Friday through Sunday nights, which adds another layer of support during high-traffic weekend hours.
Stonefire Berkeley offers gated garage parking, but the property’s primary security features center on controlled access and monitored common areas. Students who want more details about entry points or building access procedures should contact the leasing office.
Yes. Gated garage parking is available for $250 per month. Parking is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so students interested in bringing a car should check availability with the leasing office as early as possible.
No. Guest parking is not available on the property.
6. Pet Policies
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley allows pets, with a maximum of two animals permitted per apartment.
Stonefire Berkeley allows up to two animals per apartment. Students who plan to bring more than one pet should make sure both animals are included during the approval process before move-in.
Yes. Restricted breeds include Chow Chow, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Mastiff breeds, Staffordshire Terrier breeds, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Cane Corso, Akita, Siberian Husky, Dogo Argentino, Alaskan Malamute, Wolf-hybrid, and any mix of these breeds.
No. Stonefire Berkeley does not allow exotic animals.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley charges a one-time pet fee of $300 and a monthly pet fee of $40.
Yes. All pets must be disclosed and approved before move-in through the PetScreening application. Students with questions about documentation or approval steps should contact the leasing office for additional guidance.
The approval process differs for support and service animals. Reach out to our leasing office to learn more about how our community supports these kinds of animals.
7. Management & Maintenance
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley has an on-site management team that helps support day-to-day resident needs at the property. The team assists with maintenance requests, package delivery, lease questions, and general resident support during office hours.
Stonefire Berkeley’s on-site team helps coordinate maintenance requests for residents. Students who need service in their apartment should submit a maintenance request online through the resident portal, or contact the leasing office for more information on current request procedures and response-time expectations.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley’s on-site team helps with package delivery as part of its resident support services. Students who want more details on package handling or delivery notifications should contact the leasing office.
Students can contact Stonefire Berkeley’s leasing office for questions about availability, floor plans, parking, pet approvals, maintenance procedures, and move-in details.
8. General Leasing Information
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley offers roommate matching through RoomSync, which helps students match based on lifestyle preferences and living habits. The platform also includes gender-inclusive tools and allows students to consider details that matter in shared living, including study habits, sleep routines, cleanliness preferences, and animal-related needs.
Yes. Housing contract assignments are allowed at Stonefire Berkeley. The current resident must locate a replacement, complete an Assignment Intent Form, coordinate timing with the incoming resident, and allow the office 48 hours to process the move-out before the new resident can pick up their keys.
Yes. Stonefire Berkeley’s Affordable Housing Program offers reduced-rate units for qualified applicants. Eligibility is tied to income criteria and supporting documentation, and pricing availability may vary by floor plan, household size, and program requirements.
Yes. Residents are required to hold active liability insurance for the full lease term. Residents can carry their own qualifying policy and provide proof of coverage, or use Landmark Liability Insurance for an added monthly cost if they do not bring their own policy.
Applying to Stonefire Berkeley starts with the online application. Students can review current availability, choose a preferred floor plan, and complete the application steps through the leasing process online. If there are questions about required documents, timing, or next steps, the leasing office can help guide the process.