Channing-Bowditch Apartments

2535 Channing Way | Interactive Campus Map | Rates

Launch Experience

The Apartment Complex

• Friendly, low-rise buildings of warm wood tones clustered around two south-facing courtyards.

• A peaceful setting only two blocks from campus.

• 228 beds in 57 flat and townhouse apartments.

• Most units are triple-occupancy or double-occupancy bedrooms in two-bedroom apartments with one shared bathroom (five people in two bedrooms).

• Townhouses have single- and double-occupancy bedrooms with two shared bathrooms (five people in four bedrooms).

• Some units have triple-occupancy bedrooms. 

• The 18 single-occupancy spaces (6 in townhouses, 12 in four-bedroom apartments) are typically assigned to students with ADA accommodations.

• Apartments are single gender.

• Optional cleaning service available

Who’s Eligible to Apply?

Undergraduates: sophomores, upper division students, and transfer students.

Fully Furnished Apartments

Bedroom • extra-long bed, desk, desk chair, dresser, bookcase, closet, under-bed shelves
Kitchen • full refrigerator, microwave, stove, four burners, kitchen table, and chairs
Living Room • couch, two chairs, coffee table, end table
Shared Bathroom with bathtub/shower

Note: Living/dining and kitchen areas are considered University Common Space and may be subject to routine health and safety searches.

Apartment Features

These services and amenities are also included as part of your apartment housing contract.

• Utilities: gas, electric, water, garbage, recycling, and compost

• In-room high speed Wi-Fi and basic cable

• Study lounges and recreation rooms

• Professional live-in staff available 24/7

• Laundry facilities

• Covered bicycle parking

• Vending machines

• Three tiers of secured entry and access for buildings

• Shared Academic Services Center (in Unit 1)

Channing-Bowditch does not include parking as it is within two blocks of campus.

Note: Channing-Bowditch Apartments are considered on-campus apartments for budgetary purposes with the Financial Aid Office. This apartment building remains open for the winter break and room rates are inclusive of occupancy during this time period.

Room Layouts

• See sample 3D Apartment Views: single room, double room, and apartment layout

• Watch Video Tours of real rooms:

  • Mini Tour: Apartment with Two Double Bedrooms

• Apartment layout diagrams:

  • Two Bedroom, Doubles

  • Double Bedroom

  • Four Bedroom, Singles

  • Four Bedroom Townhouse

  • Single Bedroom

  • First Floor Plan

  • Building Site Plan

Please note that models depict one example of each room type. Rooms vary in size, layout, and furniture configuration.

Meal Plans

While apartment rates do not include meal plans, there are options! Residents may purchase one of our off-campus meal plans (learn more about Meal Plans), or use their Cal 1 Card to enjoy Berkeley Dining’s services at any of the dining commons and several on-campus restaurants and convenience stores.

Cleaning is your responsibility

It is up to you to keep your room clean, and work with your roommates to keep the shared apartment spaces clean as well. Taking good care of your living space on a regular basis helps prevent pests, allergens, and damage that can result from accumulated dirt. Review our Apartment Cleaning & Maintenance Tips. You may also consider paying for an optional apartment cleaning service which is available in your building.