
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,563 Rentals)


Parker

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

Hub Bancroft

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The Durant

Stadium Place Apartments

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K Street Flats

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Hillside Village

Warring Street Apartments
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Fourth and U

26FIFTY

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Ace Berkeley

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Modera Berkeley

University Park

2315 College

Aquatic Higby

2350 Prospect

The U at California

Student | Identity Logan Park
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Aquatic Fourth Street

Stadium Heights LLC

2335 Warring

3228 Adeline LLC

2715 Dwight LP

2235 Bonar St

12 Panoramic

The Kittredge

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley
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The Berkeley Place

2360 Ellsworth

2618 College

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The Overture

2311 Le Conte LLC

Addison Arts Apartments

Studioville

2500 Dana St

2701 Durant LP
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Bachenheimer

The Standard at Berkeley

2729 Dwight LP

Berkeley Central

Americana Apartments

International House Berkeley

The Lair

Bosco

2211 Carleton St

2405 Fulton 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 | $2,475 | $748 | $3,937 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $765 | $5,196 |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,549 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $850 | $9,291 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $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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Largest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at Oak Walk in the Emeryville neighborhood and is 1,405 square feet priced from $3,110. The Logan in the Shafter neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,341 square feet and currently listed start at $5,212. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Walk | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 1,405 Sq Ft | $3,110 |
| The Logan | 2N | 1,341 Sq Ft | $5,212 |
| The Kittredge | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,234 Sq Ft | $6,295 |
| View Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) | 1,229 Sq Ft | $3,520 |
| One Piedmont | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,197 Sq Ft | $5,095 |
| The Broadway | Design 2C | 1,192 Sq Ft | $3,733 |
| The Emery | B6 | 1,187 Sq Ft | $4,732 |
| Berkeley Central | 2 Bedroom - 1160 sqft | 1,160 Sq Ft | $4,205 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A1- 2B | 1,104 Sq Ft | $4,600 |
| Fourth and U | Telegraph | 1,078 Sq Ft | $3,673 |
Cheapest Available Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 10, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 2BR/2.0BA Model starting from $1,081 at The Lair in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath A Model at 2715 Dwight LP starting at $1,140 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $3,549. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Lair | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,081 |
| 2715 Dwight LP | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath A | $1,140 |
| 2315 College | Double Suite | $1,155 |
| 2360 Ellsworth | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,250 |
| 2701 Durant LP | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath C | $1,280 |
| K Street Flats | 2BD, 1BTH N | $1,869 |
| 2335 Warring | Lower Level | $1,900 |
| 2350 Prospect | First Floor | $1,990 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 01 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | $2,000 |
| Catalyst | 2BR 1BA | $2,158 |
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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 The Lair listed at $1,081.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $3,549.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,405 square feet unit starting from $3,110 at Oak Walk.
What is the average size for Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 965 sq ft.
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