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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Berkeley Hills Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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Collab@Oxford
1773 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
1423 Oxford St
BerkeleyCA94709
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Berkeley Hills, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Hills Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,255 | $3,095 |
| Berkeley Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,010 | $2,224 | $3,425 |
| Berkeley Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,682 | $2,995 | $5,070 |
| Berkeley Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,885 | $3,395 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Berkeley Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Berkeley Hills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Aquatic @ U priced from $1,255. Collab@Oxford has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Berkeley Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| Collab@Oxford | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 1385 Shattuck Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Hills, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley Hills area is the $5.22 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1530 Henry Street in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $5,550. The second greatest value Berkeley Hills apartment is the 2B2B Private Bedroom & Bathroom Model at RUMI at King starting at $1,918 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1530 Henry Street | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $5.22 |
| RUMI at King | 2B2B Private Bedroom & Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 01 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| 1110 The Alameda | 1110 The Alameda | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| 1385 Shattuck Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
| The Berkeley Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom South | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| Collab@Oxford | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBerkeley Hills, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Berkeley Hills Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Berkeley Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Berkeley Hills is under $5,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Berkeley Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Berkeley Hills is 1385 Shattuck Ave which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in Berkeley Hills costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Berkeley Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Berkeley Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Berkeley Hills?
Cheap apartments in Berkeley Hills have an average cost of $3,220 which is $1,280 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Hills.
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