Studio Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (493 Rentals)

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Largest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at 1176 University in the University Village neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $1,550. MacArthur Commons in the Harrison Street neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 728 square feet and currently listed start at $2,069. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1176 University0BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$1,550
MacArthur CommonsLoft728 Sq Ft$2,069
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,883
The EmeryS3649 Sq Ft$2,677
The Skylyne at TemescalStudio-RR625 Sq Ft$2,888
The BroadwayC612 Sq Ft$2,353
Jones BerkeleyS2610 Sq Ft$2,661
Allston Place ApartmentsStudio Loft609 Sq Ft$4,495
16 Monte Vista ApartmentsStudio600 Sq Ft$1,900

Cheapest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

As of March 01, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $997 at Aquatic @ U in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley Studio is the S1 Model at University Park starting at $1,304 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,539. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BA$997
University ParkS1$1,304
ViewpointStudio 1 Bath$1,314
ArtHaus Yerba BuenaD$1,360
1176 University0BR/1.0BA$1,550
Hub BancroftStudio D$1,589
2813 Shattuck AveStudio$1,625
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudio$1,800
MacArthur CommonsStudio B$1,809

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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

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

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with Studio?

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

How much is the average rent for a Studio Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,539.

What is the largest available Studio Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 750 square feet unit starting from $1,550 at 1176 University.

What is the average size for Berkeley Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Berkeley is currently 399 sq ft.

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