2081 Addison St

For Lease

2081 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Contacts

Kevin Gordon

Gordon Commercial Real Estate Brokerage

https://www.gordoncommercial.com

Property Details

  • Property Type Events & Media
  • Property Size 10,067 SF
  • Lot Size 0.27 Acre
  • Year Built 1920
  • Year Renovated 2002
  • Date Updated Apr 7, 2026

For Lease: Magnificent theatre/event space – allowed for high occupancy. This historic theatre is in the heart of Downtown Berkeley’s Arts District. Step through the stunning clerestory entrance and into a space steeped in cultural significance. Inside, the entryway’s exposed brick walls and prominent structural steel beams highlight the architectural character of the space, creating a dsramatic and memorable first impression. The two-story, light-filled lobby serves as a vibrant gathering space, complete with a ticket booth, concession stand, staircase, and elevator access to the upper level. Feel the anticipation in the air as you enter the main stage theatre or rehearsal room – spaces designed to inspire both performers and audiences. 

 

Size: ±10,067 RSF 

Lease Rate: Contact Broker

 

Recent upgrades include modern code compliance and reinforced structural enhancements, along with the following amenities:

- Impressive brick exterior with clerestory window entrance

- 150 audience seating in performance theatre

- High ceilings, accent lighting, ceiling fans

- Flex rehearsal, performance, exhibit space occupancy 49

- 5 offices and conference room with kitchenette

- High potential for shared space

- Easy accessibility

- 1200 AMPS power

 

Major build-out completed by previous tenant with intact lighting/sound equipment and set fabrication workshop – ready for immediate operation

Inspiration for any creatively-inclined user envisioning a theatre, lecture space, educational space, exhibit space, gallery, gathering space, museum, event venue, workshop space, and more!

Nearby entertainment seats: 117,692

In the heart of the Downtown Berkeley Arts District, next to the Berkeley Repertory Theatre, across from The Freight music venue, The Jazzcaffè, and the 720-car Center Street parking garage – including parking for 350 bicycles

 

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Highlights

  • 1 block to UC Berkeley 2 blocks to Target. Steps from Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza and Transit area – a large open space with bistro tables and chairs, ambient sound system, and public art. Quick walk to Berkeley’s North Shattuck culinary district. Close to BAMPFA, The Greek Theatre, ACCI Gallery, Zellerbach Hall, Hertz Hall, and several sports venues. Surrounded by an array of dining options, with cuisine from all over the world. Just 2 blocks from both the highly rated Residence Inn by Marriott and Hotel Shattuck Plaza.
  • Impressive brick exterior with clerestory window entrance
  • 150 audience seating in performance theatre
  • High ceilings accent lighting ceiling fans
  • 5 offices and conference room with kitchenette
  • 1200 AMPS power
  • Easy accessibility

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Location

  • City Berkeley, CA
  • Neighborhood Downtown Berkeley
  • Zip Code 94704
  • Market Bay Area

Points of Interest

  • Downtown Berkeley

    0.10 miles

  • North Berkeley

    0.82 miles

  • Ashby

    1.28 miles

  • Berkeley

    1.77 miles

  • Emeryville

    2.48 miles

  • Redwood Valley Railway

    2.58 miles

  • El Cerrito Plaza

    2.71 miles

  • MacArthur

    2.95 miles

  • 19th Street BART Street Elevator

    4.45 miles

  • El Cerrito del Norte

    4.55 miles

  • UC Gas & Food

    0.25 miles

  • #1 Gas

    0.27 miles

  • Shell

    0.38 miles

  • Chevron

    0.70 miles

  • BioFuel Oasis

    1.37 miles

  • SP

    1.42 miles

  • eVgo

    1.68 miles

  • Volta

    1.83 miles

  • Chargepoint

    2.04 miles

  • ChargePoint

    2.45 miles

  • Center Street Garage

    0.09 miles

  • University Hall West Lot

    0.11 miles

  • Allston Way Garage

    0.12 miles

  • Oxford Garage

    0.22 miles

  • Genetics Underground Garage

    0.24 miles

  • North Extension Lot

    0.25 miles

  • UCB Parking

    0.25 miles

  • Wellman Courtyard

    0.35 miles

  • RSF Garage

    0.36 miles

  • Dwinelle Lot

    0.39 miles

  • Nash Hotel

    0.07 miles

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

    0.10 miles

  • Hotel Shattuck Plaza

    0.16 miles

  • Downtown Berkeley YMCA Hotel

    0.17 miles

  • Downtown Berkeley Inn

    0.28 miles

  • Travelodge

    0.30 miles

  • Quality Inn University

    0.41 miles

  • SenS Hotel

    0.55 miles

  • Super 8 Berkeley

    0.56 miles

  • Howard Johnson Berkeley

    0.68 miles

  • Target

    0.14 miles

  • Trader Joe's

    0.24 miles

  • Andronico's

    0.51 miles

  • The Campus Store

    0.55 miles

  • Epicurious Garden

    0.58 miles

  • Safeway

    0.65 miles

  • Monterey Market

    0.99 miles

  • Berkeley Bowl

    1.00 miles

  • Whole Foods Market

    1.19 miles

  • Mi Tierra

    1.29 miles

Contact Listing Broker
Kevin Gordon

Gordon Commercial Real Estate Brokerage

https://www.gordoncommercial.com

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