
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Village Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Village Studio Apartments | $2,499 | $1,700 | $3,350 |
University Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $1,350 | $3,860 |
University Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $968 | $6,000 |
University Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,189 | $1,060 | $6,995 |
University Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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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 Studio unit found at 1176 University priced from $1,550. The Parc at 1300 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable University Village apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Hopkins Park Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,446 |
Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village, CA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Village area is the $3.93 price per square foot 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome Model at 1122U in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $7,199. The second greatest value University Village apartment is the 1A Model at Metro 510 starting at $2,800 with a $3.31 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. |
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1122U | 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome | 5BR,4BA | $3.93 |
Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
The Artisan | 11 | 2BR,1BA | $5.51 |
1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | Private Room in 2 bed/1 bath (Immediate) | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.66 |
The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
Hopkins Park Apartments | Downstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
Hillside Village | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Village Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Village?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Village is at 1176 University listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Village Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Village Apartment is $2,195 at The Parc at 1300.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Village Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Village is starting from $2,895 at Hopkins Park Apartments.
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