
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,569 Rentals)


B28

URSA Berkeley

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Panoramic Northside

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Stadium Place Apartments

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Hillside Village

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Parker House

2124 Parker

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The Durant (new)

26FIFTY

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Ace Berkeley

Modera Berkeley

The U at California

2414 Telegraph

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Student | Identity Logan Park
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Aquatic Fourth Street

Helios

1729 Arch Street

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2627 Hillegass Avenue

2540 Regent St

2412 Ellsworth St.

1771 Highland Place

2252 Parker Street

Collab@Oxford
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2025 Francisco St.

2500 Durant Avenue

Maison Durant

1930 Channing Way

K Street Flats

2030 Dwight Way

2620 Hillegass Ave.

2520 College Avenue

2430 Prospect

2333 Channing Way
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2510 Bancroft Way

2701 Durant

Telegraph Bays

2530 Hillegass Ave

2015 Haste St.

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Aquatic Higby

1623 Alcatraz Ave

2249 Bonar St

2235 Bonar St

1936 Blake St
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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 | $2,489 | $950 | $5,226 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $695 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $746 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $608 | $8,865 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,642 | $911 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $828 | $9,495 |
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Largest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at Addison in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,393 square feet priced from $7,150. The Emery in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,381 square feet and currently listed start at $4,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison | B7 | 1,393 Sq Ft | $7,150 |
| The Emery | B10 | 1,381 Sq Ft | $4,450 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B11 | 1,359 Sq Ft | $1,390 |
| The Logan | 2G | 1,292 Sq Ft | $4,592 |
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 1,280 Sq Ft | $3,717 |
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,229 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,215 Sq Ft | $4,029 |
| Bayview | B2 | 1,174 Sq Ft | $4,040 |
| Aquatic Higby | Higby C1 | 1,155 Sq Ft | $3,704 |
| Fourth and U | Elmwood | 1,152 Sq Ft | $3,508 |
Cheapest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 11, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the Lower Level Model starting from $495 at 2901 Channing in the UC Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B Model at 2715 Dwight starting at $833 in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,932. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 2901 Channing | Lower Level | $495 |
| 2715 Dwight | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $833 |
| 2430 Prospect | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $958 |
| 2701 Durant | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $1,032 |
| 3228 Adeline | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,125 |
| 12 Panoramic | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,175 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,258 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10 | $1,390 |
| 2335 Warring | Lower Level | $1,579 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,618 |
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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, CAPopulation: 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 2901 Channing listed at $495.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $2,932.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,393 square feet unit starting from $7,150 at Addison.
What is the average size for Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 1,060 sq ft.
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