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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Village Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,200 (12 Rentals)
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2025 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1360 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1260-1290 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94702
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University Village, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Studio Apartments | $2,621 | $1,700 | $3,653 |
| University Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $2,295 | $3,860 |
| University Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,625 | $1,200 | $6,000 |
| University Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,157 | $2,080 | $7,186 |
| University Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available University Village Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Village area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hopkins Park Apartments priced from $2,295. Jones Berkeley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,596. Here are the most affordable University Village apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,596 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,597 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio,1BA | $2,626 |
| B28 | SA | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village, CA
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Village area is the $3.21 price per square foot 909 Madison St Model at 909 Madison St, Unit A in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value University Village apartment is the 2C Model at Metro 510 starting at $3,550 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 909 Madison St, Unit A | 909 Madison St | 3BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Metro 510 | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | C1-BW | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Artisan | 11 | 2BR,1BA | $5.51 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Downstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.80 |
| 1360 Hopkins St, Unit Studio | 1360 Hopkins St | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Village Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Village?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Village is under $3,289.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Village?
The cheapest apartment in University Village is Hopkins Park Apartments which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in University Village costs $6,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Village?
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 6 regular apartments in University Village 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 University Village?
Cheap apartments in University Village have an average cost of $1,350 which is $5,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Village.
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