Save Up to $1,500 + An Extra Week Free* See Details

Special Offer

Save Up to $1,500 + An Extra Week Free*

Limited-time Offer! Sign a new lease and save up to $1,500 OFF RENT. Plus, receive an additional week free when your lease starts by 7/12/2025!* Daily self-guided tours are available.
*Additional 1 week free is applicable on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 7/12/25. For leases starting on 7/13/25 through 7/26/25, offer includes potential maximum savings of $1,500 only.

New residents only, on approved credit. Other lease terms and dates may be available; pricing and offers may vary. Restrictions apply.

Deposits vary based on credit, rental history, and other factors. Application, deposit, mandatory, and optional fees can be found on the community’s Leasing Info page on the Essex website.
$2,299-$3,227

Self-guided tours by appointment only

Hours

Friday: 09:00:00- 18:00:00

Monday: 09:00:00- 18:00:00

Saturday: 09:00:00- 18:00:00

Thursday: 09:00:00- 18:00:00

Tuesday: 09:00:00- 18:00:00

Wednesday: 10:00:00- 18:00:00

California / Berkeley / Fourth and U

Fourth & U

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Discover a unique balance of cozy charm and modern sophistication at Fourth & U apartments in Berkeley, CA.

Make yourself at home in one of our one- or two-bedroom apartment homes and enjoy soaring ceilings and large windows that fill your space with natural light. Each of our apartment homes for rent offers an efficient layout enhanced with features for your convenience such as an in-home, full-size washer and dryer.  

Within our community, spend the afternoon entertaining guests in the courtyard or barbecue area or working up a sweat in our fitness center. Just outside our doors, coffee shops, art galleries, and retail shopping line the street. A bit farther, you will find the renowned culture and individualistic spirit that Berkeley is known for in its dining and entertainment options. Traveling outside of Berkeley to explore San Francisco, Oakland, and beyond is also easy with Berkeley Amtrak and AC Transit right outside our grounds and BART just around the corner.

Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

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Virtual Tours & Gallery

Discover your perfect home from the comfort of wherever you are! Our virtual tours and photo gallery allow you to explore our thoughtfully designed apartments and community amenities with ease. Experience the spacious layouts, modern finishes, and vibrant surroundings that make our community truly stand out. Take a closer look today and find your new home sweet home.
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Apartment Features

Wake up in comfort with designer finishes and premium features, including a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, wood-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, in-home washer and dryer, private outdoor space, and smart home technology.
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Community Amenities

Elevate your everyday living and indulge in luxurious amenities including:
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Outdoor entertainment spaces with barbecue grills
  • Clubroom with chef-inspired kitchen  
  • Resident lounge with oversized TV viewing area
  • Conference room and shared workspace
  • Dog park and pet spa 
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Berkeley

Home to the University of California, Berkeley and the birthplace of the Free Speech Movement, Berkeley offers a Bay Area living experience all its own amid an atmosphere bursting with art, music, food, and politics.
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Your Guide to Apartment Living

Uncover expert tips, industry trends, neighborhood guides and more on our blog, designed to elevate your apartment living experience. From practical resources to lifestyle inspiration, find everything you need for a blissful apartment living experience. Browse our blog and get inspired in your new home!
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