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Largest Available Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at Icon At Park in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood and is 1,380 square feet priced from $3,510. The Emery has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,204 square feet and currently listed start at $3,235. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Icon At ParkPlan 1I1,380 Sq Ft$3,510
The EmeryOA21,204 Sq Ft$3,235
1176 University1BR/1.0BA1,000 Sq Ft$1,895
ParkerOne Bedroom904 Sq Ft$3,599
225 Clifton1X1 A1900 Sq Ft$2,013
Icon At DoylePlan 1C890 Sq Ft$3,073
Berkeley Central1 Bedroom864 Sq Ft$3,719
The Den1BR/1.0BA651 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the Shared Double Model starting from $950 at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 1 Bedroom is the Fifth Floor Model at 2225 Hearst starting at $1,137 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,672. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
HeliosShared Double$950
2225 HearstFifth Floor$1,137
Spectra Southside (Student)Single Deluxe - S$1,165
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom$1,200
2430 Prospect1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,210
2414 Telegraph1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,293
2618 College1 Bedroom | 1 Bath B$1,375
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,395
The Den1BR/1.0BA$1,395
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 19$1,574

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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.

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Getting Around Berkeley, CA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

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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 Helios listed at $950.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $2,672.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,380 square feet unit starting from $3,510 at Icon At Park.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 680 sq ft.

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