This page was last updated July 11, 2025.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for Move-In!
Please review the instructions on this page for details on parking and directions.
Be Prepared to Show Your Move-In Time Slot on Mobile Device: Be ready to show your Move-In Time Slot confirmation (found in the Housing portal) when you’re in your car on the way to your housing unit. Some streets will be restricted to only students moving in, so you may be asked to show proof that you’re attending Move-In in order to access certain streets. You’ll also need your Move-In Time Slot confirmation upon check-in.
20-Minute Unloading zones: Each location will have a designated unloading zone where you will be able to temporarily park for unloading your belongings during your time slot. Once you are done unloading, you will need to move your vehicle. You may park for a maximum of 20 minutes at all unloading zones. The driver must remain with the vehicle at all times.
Print and Fill Out Your Parking Permit: You’ll receive a parking permit ahead of time via email. Please print it out and fill out ahead of time, as you will need it for free two-hour parking.
Free Two-Hour Move-in Parking on Move-In Days: After unloading your car, it is recommended that you move your car to one of the specific lots offering free move-in parking (see below). Street parking is also available, but it is metered or has time limits. Plan ahead and review directions and maps prior to arriving. Please be prepared for weekday traffic and additional traffic in and around campus related to Move In.
Move-In Maps
This page will be updated in early August with custom maps for each housing unit. Maps include the location of your unit’s Check-in area, unloading zone, and longer-term parking options.
Parking Lots With Free Move-In Parking
This page will be updated in early August with a list of the closest UC parking lots where you can park free for two hours on move-in days.
Longer-Term Parking
After your two-hour free parking period, you will need to move your car. Metered street parking is also available in many locations. Below are a few available parking garages.
City of Berkeley Public Garages
Check signage and follow instructions to pay for parking.
- Telegraph Channing Garage – 2450 Durant Ave. (near Unit 3)
- Ellsworth St. Parking – 2315 Ellsworth St. (near Unit 3)
- Center Street Garage – 2025 Center St. (Downtown Berkeley)
- Oxford Parking Garage – 2165 Kittredge St. (Downtown Berkeley)
- Allston Way Garage – 2000 Allston Way (Downtown Berkeley)