Funeral provider · Berkeley, CA

Nautilus Society

2.3(3) Verified on Google

Nautilus Society is a California-based cremation provider that has served families since 1980. Operating multiple locations in Sacramento, Oakland, and Lawndale, they offer direct cremation and pre-need planning services across the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Los Angeles regions.

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Starting price: $1,295
Established: 1980

About Nautilus Society

The Nautilus Cremation Society has been the cremation provider of choice for thousands of people over the past 40 years. The organization was created to help guide families through the cremation process easily and is positioned as California's leading pre-paid cremation service. They offer worldwide service and low-cost cremation services, with a focus on transparency and convenience.

Nautilus Society prices

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Service prices
Direct Cremation	$1,295
Traditional Funeral Package	$1,995

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Services offered

Funeral homes

Payment & financing

Pre-need trust

Where is Nautilus Society?

Berkeley, CA

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Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Nautilus Society reviews

Updated July 2026

2.3

3 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

2.3 from 3 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Nautilus Society: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer of the deceased into their care
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Use of facilities for a viewing or service
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Usually extra

A casket, urn, or burial vault
A cemetery plot or cremation fee
Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

How much does direct cremation cost at Nautilus Society?

Nautilus Society lists direct cremation at $1,295. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does traditional funeral package cost at Nautilus Society?

Nautilus Society lists traditional funeral package at $1,995. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does Nautilus Society offer?

Nautilus Society offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Nautilus Society located?

Nautilus Society is located in Berkeley, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Nautilus Society give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.