Last Updated: October 16, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: MSB Property Management
Contact Phone: (510) 649-3380
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336 40th Street Berkeley
MSB Property Management (Formerly Infinity)
336 40thStreet Berkeley, CA 94609
Building Description
2 Bdrm Apt – Rent $2349. Dep $2349. Min. Income Requirement 3X amount of rent collectively. Additionally, overall debt (including rent and other payments) should not exceed 55% of that income total. Not wheelchair accessible. Apply online at http://www.msbmanagement.com and click on Apply Now. All units include: 1 bath, stove and refrigerator, storage, full kitchen. MSB requires that all tenants obtain/maintain coverage for personal property and liability insurance for the duration of their tenancy.
- Water & Garbage is paid.
- Credit Check/Application Fee is $35.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf
- May work with Cosigner – when applicable
- May work with Previous Evictions – with conditions
- Will work with familiar Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops. Walking distance to Kaiser, great restaurants and shops.
- No Pets