2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,564 Rentals)

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The Durant (new)
$1,300 - $2,350
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The Durant (new)

2631 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1122U
$2,990 - $4,035
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$2,410 - $6,425
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1122U

1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Hillside Village
$1,970 - $5,100
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Hillside Village

1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Ace Berkeley
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$1,250 - $6,100
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$1,250 - $8,850
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Ace Berkeley

2108 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Aquatic Higby
$3,812 - $3,920
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Aquatic Higby

3015 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at Ace Berkeley in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,359 square feet priced from $1,375. Bosco has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,280 square feet and currently listed start at $3,717. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Ace Berkeley2BR/2B - Deluxe - B111,359 Sq Ft$1,375
Bosco2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft1,280 Sq Ft$3,717
One Piedmont2BR/2.0BA1,193 Sq Ft$3,822
The Broadway2C1,192 Sq Ft$3,924
The EmeryB61,187 Sq Ft$4,167
BayviewB11,172 Sq Ft$4,125
View Point2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans)1,156 Sq Ft$3,510
Aquatic HigbyHigby C11,155 Sq Ft$3,820
Fourth and UElmwood1,152 Sq Ft$3,507
Oak Walk2 Bed 2 Bath Flat-A1,140 Sq Ft$3,250

Cheapest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 2X1 Model starting from $748 at Collab@Oxford in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 2 Bedroom is the 2x1 - Double - Berkeley Spring & Summer '26 Model at FOUND Study Southside Berkeley starting at $1,099 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $3,111. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Collab@Oxford2X1$748
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley2x1 - Double - Berkeley Spring & Summer '26$1,099
Ace Berkeley2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10$1,375
Acton Courtyard2 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,618
HeliosConcessions Avaialbe! Fully Furnished Deluxe 2 ...$1,800
Sterling JeffersonSterling Jefferson B1$2,059
The Lair2BR/2.0BA$2,310

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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

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Berkeley is at Collab@Oxford listed at $748.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $3,111.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,359 square feet unit starting from $1,375 at Ace Berkeley.

What is the average size for Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 1,035 sq ft.

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