1245 Francisco St
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Berkeley Park Apartments
2025 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
1931 San Pablo Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
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The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Northwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,534 | $1,700 | $3,587 |
| Northwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,899 | $2,115 | $4,037 |
| Northwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,747 | $2,095 | $5,682 |
| Northwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,152 | $2,500 | $6,795 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Village at Town Center priced from $1,905. Fourth and U has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,211. Here are the most affordable Northwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio,1BA | $1,905 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,211 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Berkeley, CA
As of April 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest 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 Northwest Berkeley apartment is the C1-BW Model at Berkeley Park Apartments starting at $3,395 with a $3.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest 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 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | C1-BW | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 2510 Bancroft Way | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $5.76 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Downstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
| 1360 Hopkins St, Unit Studio | 1360 Hopkins St | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
60 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Cheap Northwest Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Berkeley is at The Village at Town Center listed at $1,905.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment is $2,115 at The Village at Town Center.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Berkeley is starting from $2,750 at The Village at Town Center.
What is the most affordable Northwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bayview Apartments and starts from $4,565.
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