2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,368 Rentals)

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Largest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at Berkeley Central in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,598 square feet priced from $6,254. Stonefire has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,578 square feet and currently listed start at $5,905. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Berkeley Central2 Bedroom Two Bath Penthouse1,598 Sq Ft$6,254
StonefireD81,578 Sq Ft$5,905
The EmeryB11.11,514 Sq Ft$4,480
Bay House Emeryville2 Bed/2 Bath Large Renovated-b5ru1,424 Sq Ft$5,200
Bayview ApartmentsTH21,416 Sq Ft$4,320
Ace Berkeley2BR/2B - Deluxe - B111,359 Sq Ft$1,575
The Logan2Q1,357 Sq Ft$3,909
Bosco2B1B1,280 Sq Ft$3,717
The Bridge at Emeryville2x2D The Marina Loft - Renovated1,268 Sq Ft$3,376

Cheapest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 25, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the College B2 Model starting from $1,000 at The Berk in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 2 Bedroom is the Select 01 Model at Student | Identity Logan Park starting at $1,129 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $3,549. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The BerkCollege B2$1,000
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 01$1,129
K Street Flats2BD, 1BTH S$1,488
Ace Berkeley2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10$1,575
Hub Bancroft2x2 E$1,689
1201 Liberty Apartments2 bedroom$2,250
5001-5005 Shafter AveBldg 5005$2,400
1533 Harmon StBottom Floor 2BR Apartment$2,495

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Berkeley Overview

Berkeley, CA, home of the University of California, Berkeley, is a home for those in search of culture, good food, and a place they can easily walk or bike around to call home. Neighborhoods and apartments in Berkeley run the gamut, and include quiet places to relax at the end of the day, smaller buildings in historic neighborhoods, and bigger buildings in always busy university neighborhoods. Whether you are part of the university community or want to benefit from all it has to offer, Berkeley has something for everyone.

Why live in Berkeley, CA?

Berkeley is a fantastic mix of cultural opportunities offered by the university community, year-round great weather, and proximity to major cities such as San Francisco and Oakland. It is a short drive from Berkeley to the beach when it's time for fun in the sun, or to wine country to sample new vintages.

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Getting Around Berkeley, CA

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Walker’s Paradise

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Berkeley is at The Berk listed at $1,000.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $3,549.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,598 square feet unit starting from $6,254 at Berkeley Central.

What is the average size for Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 1,000 sq ft.

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