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2701 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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from $1,589Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hub Bancroft
2300 Bowditch StBerkeley, CA 94704
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UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UC Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $1,589 | $3,400 |
| UC Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,165 | $5,090 |
| UC Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $800 | $7,440 |
| UC Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,512 | $1,165 | $9,300 |
| UC Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,948 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available UC Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the UC Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Berk priced from $999. Spectra Southside (Student) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,165. Here are the most affordable UC Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berk | Arch D1 | 4BR,1BA | $999 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single Deluxe - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Berkeley, CA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the UC Berkeley area is the $5.80 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Vero Hills Apartments in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $6,795. The second greatest value UC Berkeley apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 1771 Highland Place starting at $5,895 with a $5.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vero Hills Apartments | 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 4BR,2BA | $5.80 |
| 1771 Highland Place | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $5.14 |
| 2150 Kittredge St, Unit FL3-ID1828 | 2150 Kittredge St | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Garden Court | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| The Euclid | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $6.98 |
| Hub Bancroft | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| Durant CAL Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $5.22 |
| The Durant (new) | Studio S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $6.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUc Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the UC Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Berkeley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in UC Berkeley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in UC Berkeley is under $3,690.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in UC Berkeley is Spectra Southside (Student) which is listed at $1,165, while the average apartment in UC Berkeley costs $4,292.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UC Berkeley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 52 regular apartments in UC Berkeley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in UC Berkeley?
Cheap apartments in UC Berkeley have an average cost of $2,092 which is $2,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Berkeley.
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