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2050 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2020 Kittredge StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,662 | $997 | $8,163 |
| Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,843 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,706 | $849 | $9,730 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,636 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,322 | $8,000 | $10,000+ |
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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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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 Available 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $997 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Berk | Arch D1 | 4BR,1BA | $999 |
| Hillside Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| 2715 Dwight Way | Double in 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 2729 Dwight | Double in Shared 3 Bedroom 3x1x4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Roosevelt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA
As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 2129 Haste Street in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Kittredge starting at $3,495 with a $2.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2129 Haste Street | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Kittredge | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 1780 Le Roy Ave, Unit 21 | 1780 Le Roy Ave | 1BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Parker Villa Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit #A | 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 2729 Dwight | Single in Shared Apartment-3x2x2 | 3BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| RUMI at King | Shared 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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
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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 Aquatic @ U 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 Available.
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 $1,000 at The Berk.
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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