
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA Under $1,500 (38 Rentals)


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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,468 | $1,255 | $4,673 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,801 | $780 | $5,090 |
Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,521 | $800 | $7,440 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,589 | $849 | $9,469 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,258 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $1,315 | $9,495 |
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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
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 Downtown Berkeley
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 297 Studio Apartments in Downtown Berkeley with rent ranges from $1,255 to $4,673 with an average price of $2,468.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Berkeley ranges from $780 to $5,090 with an average monthly rent of $2,801.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Berkeley range from $800 to $7,440. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,521.
How expensive are Downtown Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 233 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $849 to $9,469 - averaging $4,589 for the location.
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