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Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,512 | $2,710 | $4,850 |
| Central Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,254 | $2,275 | $6,150 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,515 | $5,995 | $7,550 |
| Central Berkeley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,350 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central Berkeley 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student | Identity Logan Park priced from $849. Rise at Berkeley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,297. Here are the most affordable Central Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
| University Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,304 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Berkeley area is the $2.67 price per square foot 1337 Cornell Ave Model at 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Central Berkeley apartment is the 2150 Kittredge St Model at 2150 Kittredge St, Unit FL3-ID1828 starting at $3,200 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit | 1337 Cornell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 2150 Kittredge St, Unit FL3-ID1828 | 2150 Kittredge St | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street | 1511 Derby St | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Parker Villa Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| RUMI at King | Private Bedroom & Bathroom in 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| 2232 Blake Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 2211 Carleton St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 2112 Ashby Ave | 2112 Ashby Ave | Studio ,1BA | $3.22 |
| 1219 Parker St, Unit B | 1219 Parker St | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Berkeley?
There are currently 1279 Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $821 to $15,469. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Berkeley ranging from $1,100 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Berkeley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Berkeley ranges from $1,100 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,677.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Berkeley?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Berkeley range from $849 to $15,469, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,275 to $6,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,651.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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