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The Arbor at Berkeley

2100 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.513 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About The Arbor at Berkeley

Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, The Arbor at Berkeley is designed to help active elders continue to contribute, participate and inspire future generations. Offering a comfortable, supportive and accessible environment, this boutique community is a serene, mid-century modern-inspired aesthetic with natural wood and stone materials. You’ll also enjoy seasonal, locally sourced, nutritious meals in a choice of dining venues.

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$10,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$8,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$6,500/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$6,500 observed · tracking future changes
$6,500Aug 6, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

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Recent changes

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  1. August 7, 2026 at 12:13 PM PDT

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    Operator information updated

    Operator changed from not published to PACS Group, Inc..

Family and resident feedback

4.5 out of 5 from 13 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

The Arbor at Berkeley

There is a new director in place, and he deserves time to implement changes and improvements. He has been very open to feedback and input, which is encouraging. The staff are cheerful, caring, and work hard to support the residents. However, The Arbor would benefit from additional staffing to adequately meet the needs of its growing resident population. The activities director is especially upbeat and does an excellent job of encouraging participation and including all residents who are able to take part. Music, i

Response from the community

Hi, Anonymous. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for the review!

June 12, 2026
AnonymousJune 11, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

The Arbor at Berkeley

The day staff have been wonderful. The way they run the memory care is different from what I experienced when visiting other facilities. The memory care residents actually get to leave the floor with staff and interact with residents who are not in memory care. They share many of the activities together - not only at the facility but outdoor as well, including walks, field trips etc. Many of the other places we visited did not have the "resources" available to allow the memory care residents to leave the floor, u

Response from the community

Thank you so much for sharing this. We are grateful you were able to witness the care and engagement happening within our Memory Care program. Our goal is to help residents remain connected, included, and engaged in meaningful activities whenever it is safe and appropriate. I’m especially thankful for your kind words about our day staff, and I’ll be sure to share this with the team. Thank you again for taking the time to recognize them.

May 22, 2026
AnonymousMay 20, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Great place

Staff are all caring and kind. Food is delicious. Apartments are thoughtfully laid out - best I have seen for assisted living. I would recommend them to others who are searching for assisted living for their loved one.

Response from the community

Hi, Linda. Thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it!

May 14, 2026
Linda LMay 12, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Caring support

The staff is wonderful and incredibly patient. The activities focus on music, physical activities, art and walking outside. Busy schedule of activities and field trips that Memory Care residents can participate with the Assisted living group. The new food service is fabulous! The rooms are lovely in size and so well-maintained by the cleaning staff. All in all, I believe this is the best community in this area!

Response from the community

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience. It means a lot to hear that our team’s patience and care stood out to you—that’s something we take great pride in. We’re also so glad you’ve enjoyed the variety of activities and the opportunity for our Memory Care and Assisted Living residents to connect and participate together. And we love hearing your feedback about the food and housekeeping—our teams work hard to create a comfortable, engaging, and welcoming environment every day. Thank you again for your support. It really means a lot to all of us!

April 15, 2026
Mykael MApril 9, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Review for The Arbor at Berkeley

Overall experience since [date removed], when [name removed] moved in: #4. Management oversight has been shaky since [removed] was purchased by a Salt Lake company the week of [date removed] when my husband moved in. It's now called the Arbor at Berkeley. The Executive Director hired an on site manager, an Office Manager, and a Director of Memory Care. The office manager and director of memory care are still there. The ED is being replaced. The on site manager resigned in mid-December and is being replaced. That s

AnonymousJanuary 7, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Highly recommended

Wonderful, loving and caring staff. Many activities including much music and art. Excellent meds management. Lovely facility.

Mykael MOctober 14, 2025

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 6, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Vegan
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Gluten-free

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Diabetic Care

Services & convenience

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Covered Parking
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Pet Care Available
  • Cats Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Community Service Programs
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Wii Bowling
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Jewish Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Montessori Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catholic Services
  • Qi Gong
  • Activities On-site
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Cooking Classes

Outdoor spaces

  • Main Street Shops
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Piano or Organ
  • Fitness Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Library
  • Private Bath
  • Barber Shop
  • Outside Patio
  • Computer or Media Center

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Kitchenette

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 6, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required