Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA from $500 (30 Rentals)

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Evans Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Evans Manor

2316 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2731 Durant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2731 Durant Ave

2731 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1565 Arch St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1565 Arch St

1565 Arch StBerkeley, CA 94708
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The Berk on Arch
Studio Apartments

The Berk on Arch

2311 Le Conte AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

2301 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1770 La Loma
1 Bedroom Apartments

1770 La Loma

1770 La Loma AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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2414 Dwight Way
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

2414 Dwight Way

2414-2416 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Getting Around Berkeley, CA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Berkeley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Berkeley is at Aquatic @ U listed at $997.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment is $795 at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is starting from $1,000 at The Berk.

What is the most affordable Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Student | Identity Logan Park and starts from $849.

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