1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,662 Rentals)

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Parker
$3,307 - $3,490

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Base Rent$2,825 - $6,920
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2038 Parker StBerkeley, CA 94704
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1122U
$3,026

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1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Ace Berkeley
$3,665

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Base Rent$1,490 - $6,115
Total Monthly Price$1,490 - $6,115
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Ace Berkeley

2108 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Aquatic Ashby
$2,995 - $3,095

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Base Rent$2,695 - $3,095
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Aquatic Ashby

3006 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at 2504 Dana St in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,765 square feet priced from $1,350. The Den has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,360 square feet and currently listed start at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
2504 Dana StSingle Bedroom Unfurnished1,765 Sq Ft$1,350
The Den1BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$1,995
2737 Durant Avenue1BR/1.0BA1,186 Sq Ft$1,495
Berkeley Central1 Bedroom - 864 sqft864 Sq Ft$3,596
Metro 5101A847 Sq Ft$2,875
The Courtyards at 65th StreetTopeka846 Sq Ft$3,417
BayviewA3842 Sq Ft$3,617
950 Lofts1 Beds, 1 Baths838 Sq Ft$2,613
Addison Arts Apartments1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition)803 Sq Ft$2,895
5521 Shattuck Ave1 bed 1 bat800 Sq Ft$1,575

Cheapest Available Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the Third Floor Model starting from $850 at 1770 La Loma in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 1 Bedroom is the Third Floor A Model at 2425 Prospect starting at $900 in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,709. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1770 La LomaThird Floor$850
2425 ProspectThird Floor A$900
HeliosHelios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027...$950
The Harmony CollectiveSuite D - Furnished Rooms - Shared Bathroom$1,095
The Lair1BR/1.0BA$1,259
1803 Oxford St1BR/1.0BA$1,295
1801 Milvia Street1BR/1.0BA$1,295
2504 Dana StSingle Bedroom Unfurnished$1,350
2414 Telegraph1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,480
2737 Durant Avenue1BR/1.0BA$1,495

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Berkeley Overview

Berkeley, CA, home of the University of California, Berkeley, is a home for those in search of culture, good food, and a place they can easily walk or bike around to call home. Neighborhoods and apartments in Berkeley run the gamut, and include quiet places to relax at the end of the day, smaller buildings in historic neighborhoods, and bigger buildings in always busy university neighborhoods. Whether you are part of the university community or want to benefit from all it has to offer, Berkeley has something for everyone.

Why live in Berkeley, CA?

Berkeley is a fantastic mix of cultural opportunities offered by the university community, year-round great weather, and proximity to major cities such as San Francisco and Oakland. It is a short drive from Berkeley to the beach when it's time for fun in the sun, or to wine country to sample new vintages.

Berkeley, CA
Population: 121,643

Ranked #233

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Berkeley is at 1770 La Loma listed at $850.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $2,709.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,765 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at 2504 Dana St.

What is the average size for Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 702 sq ft.

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