
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,400 (138 Rentals)


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Shattuck Apartments

Spectra Southside (Student)

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

Berkeley Park Apartments

Student | Identity Logan Park
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3228 Boise St

2109 Cedar St
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1708 Martin Luther King Jr Way

2636 Warring St

1408 Berkeley Way

1932 Haste St

1412 66th St

2417 Virginia St

2146 Sacramento St
Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,370 | $995 | $5,954 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $795 | $6,614 |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,910 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $775 | $9,300 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,238 | $1,079 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,785 | $1,533 | $10,000+ |
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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
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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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 SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $795.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $2,683.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,360 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Den.
What is the average size for Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 674 sq ft.
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