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2909 King St

BerkeleyCA94703

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EmeryvilleCA94608
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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Berkeley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $795. Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $821. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Bosco0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$821
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 143BR,3BA$849
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
The BerkArch D14BR,1BA$999
Spectra Southside (Student)Single Deluxe - S1BR,1BA$1,165
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom1BR,$1,200
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,297
University ParkS1Studio,1BA$1,304
3301 Telegraph Ave3041BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $1.65 price per square foot 5312 Shattuck Ave Model at 5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 5312 in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 1337 Cornell Ave Model at 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5312 Shattuck Ave, Unit 53125312 Shattuck Ave3BR,2BA$1.65
1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit1337 Cornell Ave2BR,1BA$2.67
4144 Howe St4144 Howe St2BR,1BA$2.57
1201 Liberty Apartments3 BR x 1 BA3BR,1BA$2.85
RUMI at KingPrivate Bedroom & Bathroom in 2B2B2BR,2BA$2.02
2735 Chestnut St2735 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$2.39
695 42nd St, Unit D695 42nd St2BR,1BA$2.44
Piedmont Palace3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$2.10
3301 Telegraph Ave3041BR,1BA$2.15
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley

What type of rentals are currently available in Berkeley?

There are currently 3674 Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $20,474. There are also 161 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Berkeley ranging from $995 to $13,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Berkeley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Berkeley ranges from $995 to $13,995 with an average monthly rent of $6,496.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Berkeley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Berkeley range from $849 to $15,469, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,275 to $6,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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