
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,000 (85 Rentals)


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2425 Prospect

1770 La Loma

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2414 Telegraph LLC

2360 Ellsworth

2225 Hearst

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2000 Durant Ave

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2504 Dana St

2737 Durant Avenue

1803 Oxford St

2731 Durant Ave

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1280 University Ave

1988 California St

1932 Haste St

2428 McGee Ave

2401 Warring St

2414 Dwight Way

1803 Derby St

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1931 Dwight Way

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2030 Dwight Way

1936 Stuart St

2121 Blake St

1565 Arch St

2530 Hillegass Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,469 | $748 | $3,877 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $765 | $5,120 |
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,252 | $850 | $9,542 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,695.
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 712 sq ft.
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