
Studio Apartments for Rent near Bay Area, CA (20,261 Rentals)


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Baxter on Broadway

Villa Rotonda

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Maxwell at Bascom

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Westlake Apartments

Beacon

The Murphy Station

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

Orlo and Alba
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Hanover Soma West

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Hanover Burlingame

Park Lafayette

Elowen Oak

Anton Menlo

Residences at Lake Merritt

HQ

Duo Apartments

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The Clara

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The Civic

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The Tolman

Cherrywood Apartments

Channel Mission Bay

100 Van Ness

NEMA

145 Leavenworth St

Park Kiely

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Parkmerced Apartments

TL Residences

150 Van Ness

388 Beale

Lakewood Apartments At Lake Merced

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Parker

The Village at Town Center

Fourth Street East

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Prescott Station
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Metro Apartments

Mayfair Station

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Woodland Park

Nova at Green Valley Apartments

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Overlook at Walnut Creek

The Dylan

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Lincoln Landing

Avalon West Dublin

Legacy at Livermore

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Bay Area, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Studio Apartments | $2,880 | $748 | $6,500 |
| Bay Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $216 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,982 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,547 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,911 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,616 | $748 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Bay Area and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Bay Area, CA is found at Vulcan Lofts in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood and is 2,295 square feet priced from $2,050. 1080 Lofts in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,800 square feet and currently listed start at $3,530. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Bay Area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | 2,295 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| 1080 Lofts | Loft 4 | 1,800 Sq Ft | $3,530 |
| Telegraph Lofts | SLO L5 | 1,311 Sq Ft | $3,580 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | 1,186 Sq Ft | $748 |
| Crescent Village Apartment Homes | Tesoro - Studios with Loft | 1,115 Sq Ft | $3,935 |
| RUMI at King | [2026 - 2027] By the Bed: Unlock Smart Living a... | 951 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Coleman Arms | 900 Sq Ft | $3,095 | |
| Packard Lofts | Loft 1 | 882 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio Exec | 796 Sq Ft | $2,354 |
| Station Park Green | Birch | 745 Sq Ft | $3,899 |
Cheapest Available Bay Area and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Bay Area, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $748 at 2737 Durant Avenue in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Bay Area Studio is the SRO Model at Claridge Hotel LP. starting at $895 in the West Oakland neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Bay Area is currently $2,880. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Bay Area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | $748 |
| Claridge Hotel LP. | SRO | $895 |
| RUMI at King | [2026 - 2027] By the Bed: Unlock Smart Living a... | $950 |
| Stevens Creek | Studio | $972 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | $999 |
| Wesley House | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,003 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | $1,004 |
| Northgate Terrace | Studio | $1,050 |
| 625-629 Ohio Street | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,145 |
| Gernard | 545-Studio | $1,149 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Bay Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Bay Area with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Bay Area is at 2737 Durant Avenue listed at $748.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Bay Area Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Bay Area is $2,880.
What is the largest available Studio Bay Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bay Area is a 2,295 square feet unit starting from $2,050 at Vulcan Lofts.
What is the average size for Bay Area Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Bay Area is currently 536 sq ft.
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