
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,000 (42 Rentals)
Apartments in Berkeley with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


B28

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

The Durant (new)

Hillside Village

Ace Berkeley

Shattuck Apartments

The Laureate

Student | Identity Logan Park
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Spectra Southside (Student)

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

2319 Shattuck Ave.

2325 Channing Way
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The Village at Town Center
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The Broadway

Prescott Station

The Bridge at Emeryville

3900 Adeline

MacArthur Commons
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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,462 | $999 | $4,696 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $780 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,536 | $800 | $7,440 |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,708 | $849 | $9,469 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley
How much are Studio apartments in Berkeley?
There are currently 496 Studio Apartments in Berkeley with rent ranges from $849 to $4,696 with an average price of $5,460.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Berkeley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Berkeley ranges from $780 to $259,501 with an average monthly rent of $3,237.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Berkeley range from $800 to $7,440. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,536.
How expensive are Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 491 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $849 to $9,469 - averaging $4,708 for the location.
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