New Berkeley Central Luxury Lofts Celebrate Grand Opening

From a Berkeley Central Press Release

Berkeley has always been known for its diversity in thought, the arts, people, businesses and lifestyle — a place welcoming of new ideas, innovative concepts and distinctive design. 

Now, there is a new place to call home in the Center of Downtown Berkeley: Berkeley Central — a modern, new-for-rent residential property featuring 143 limited-edition loft-style residences created to provide the exceptional Berkeley experience just steps from everything! 

On Thursday, March 21, Berkeley Central celebrated the neighborhood with a unique Grand Opening event which also highlighted some of the neighborhood’s finest restaurants, music and art.

Featuring fantastic food from Revival Bar & Kitchen, La Note and Skates On The Bay, the Progressive Floor Party format also showcased a unique photographic exhibit by local photographer Johnna Arnold from Traywick Contemporary Gallery and culminated on the Penthouse level with a live performance by American Nomad. 

Originally launched as Arpeggio, Berkeley Central provides Downtown Berkeley with a distinctively modern residence in the center of the city’s hub. Berkeley Central offers a new-for-rent option for those who want to enjoy the urban surroundings and bustling atmosphere of downtown, but want to live in a modern, newly constructed rental community.

Remaining true to its commitment to invest in the Bay Area, CityView is excited to offer a unique living experience for those seeking the flexibility of leasing versus purchasing.

“Berkeley Central is a unique property in the marketplace,” said Tony Cardoza, Managing Director for CityView.

“It was originally built as a condominium project; therefore, the property offers distinctive finishes different from anything else in the area including ultra luxury finishes, oversized balconies with views and one-of-a-kind penthouses. The nine two-story penthouses are unmatched anywhere in the east bay—featuring unprecedented views of the bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Berkeley hills and beyond. We are extremely proud to be opening a property of this stature in the heart of Berkeley.”

Besides the unique architectural flair which seamlessly joins the new with the surrounding architecture of the neighborhood, the function and form of the interiors melds classically with the space and finishes.

The lofts feature wall-to-wall windows offering fantastic views and natural light, oversized balconies, and high-speed internet and cable. Additionally, the gourmet kitchens include custom-designed cabinets by Sozo Studio, quartz countertops, gas cooking, and Bosch and Miele stainless steel appliances.

Innovation is a key element to the Berkeley Central story, so these lofts feature one-of-a-kind Berkeley Central P.O.D. (“BC POD”). The Berkeley Central P.O.D. is a distinctive design concept created for the modern urban pioneer.

While having closets in every unit, only Berkeley Central has a blank canvas where each resident can customize an area into extra closet space, display area, work space, and bike rack all in one – providing today's urban dweller with an all-in-one living tool for creativity, simplicity, and organization. Additionally, Berkeley Central offers gated subterranean parking and controlled access. 

Berkeley Central features studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and townhomes. Berkeley Central is located at: 2055 Center St. Pre-leasing is now available, come for an exclusive tour, first move in to start December 2012.  For the leasing office, call 510-647-3761 or visit: www.berkeleycentral.com

Follow Berkeley Central on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram: 

• www.facebook.com/berkeleycentral
• www.twitter.com/berkeleycentral
• www.instagram.com/berkeleycentral
• www.piniterest.com/berkeleycentral