Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $500(30 Rentals)

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1709 Shattuck Ave.
$1,6091 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1709 Shattuck Ave.

Berkeley, CA 94709
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Evans Manor
from $5751 Bedroom Apartments

Evans Manor

2316 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Student | Identity Logan Park
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from $849Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Student | Identity Logan Park

2050 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Kittredge
from $9992 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Kittredge

2150 Kittredge StBerkeley, CA 94720
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Roosevelt
from $1,1501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Roosevelt

2132 Roosevelt AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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2731 Durant Ave
from $1,2951 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2025

2731 Durant Ave

2731 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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California Apartments
from $1,475Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

California Apartments

1632 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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Bosco
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from $1,499Studio Apartments Available Now

Bosco

1717 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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Durant Park Apartment
from $1,500Studio Apartments

Durant Park Apartment

2226-2230 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2412 Ellsworth St.
from $1,595Studio Apartments Available Now

2412 Ellsworth St.

2412 Ellsworth StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2115 Haste St
from $1,6251 Bedroom Apartments

2115 Haste St

2115 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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1770 La Loma
from $1,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 8, 2025

1770 La Loma

1770 La Loma AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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1951 Chestnut St
from $1,695Studio Apartments

1951 Chestnut St

1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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2070 University Avenue
from $1,6951 Bedroom Apartments

2070 University Avenue

2070 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Riviera
from $1,700Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Riviera

2501 Benvenue AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2322 Haste St
from $1,750Studio Apartments

2322 Haste St

2322 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2508 Hillegass Ave
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from $1,795Studio Apartments

2508 Hillegass Ave

2508 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2218 Haste St
from $1,795Studio Apartments

2218 Haste St

2218 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Hillegas Apartments
from $1,795Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillegas Apartments

2530 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1725 Oxford St
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from $1,800Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1725 Oxford St

1725 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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2227 Carleton St
from $1,8003 Bedroom Apartments

2227 Carleton St

2227 Carleton StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Availabl... priced from $795. Student | Identity Logan Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Availabl...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 143BR,3BA$849
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$997
The Kittredge2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$999
Spectra Southside (Student)Single1BR,1BA$999
The BerkR1QX2 two-person shared at The Berk on College2BR,2BA$1,050
Roosevelt1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,255
K Street Flats1BD, 1BTH C1BR,1BA$1,349
Bosco0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2911 California St Model at 2911 California St, Unit Upper in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Kittredge starting at $999 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2911 California St, Unit Upper2911 California St3BR,1BA$2.12
The Kittredge2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.81
Parker Villa Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.00
FOUND Study Downtown BerkeleyB42BR,2BA$1.61
Berkeley Park ApartmentsC1-BW2BR,1BA$3.55
2015 Haste St.1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.25
RUMI at KingShared 1B1B1BR,1BA$1.91
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Availabl...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.89
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.69
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

5.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Berkeley. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Berkeley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is at Rise at Berkeley listed at $997.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is starting from $999 at The Kittredge.

What is the most affordable Downtown Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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