
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (598 Rentals)


Aquatic Higby

Panoramic Northside

Hillside Village

2124 Parker

Ace Berkeley

The Laureate

Modera Berkeley

Piedmont Palace

The Valiant
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2627 Hillegass Avenue

2540 Regent St

1771 Highland Place

2252 Parker Street

2500 Durant Avenue

2520 College Avenue

2430 Prospect
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2510 Bancroft Way

2235 Bonar St

Addison Arts Apartments

2715 Dwight

Elmwood Village

3012 College Ave

The Den

The Standard at Berkeley

Addison

The Lair
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2125 Hearst Ave

1650 Oxford St

3411 Adeline St

Bosco

RUMI at King

1538 Arch St, Unit 1542

2575 Virginia St, Unit 1

2480 Virginia St

2345 Fulton St

2226 Channing Way
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2739 Ashby Pl

1936 Channing Way

3148 College Ave

22 Gravatt Dr

1780 Le Roy Ave

2480 Virginia St

2226 Channing Way

1723 Carleton St

2936 Harper 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 | $2,469 | $950 | $4,746 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $600 | $6,842 |
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,017 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,056 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,659 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $963 | $9,495 |
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Largest Available Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at The Skylyne at Temescal in the Harrison Street neighborhood and is 1,877 square feet priced from $7,795. Addison in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,543 square feet and currently listed start at $6,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Skylyne at Temescal | 3 Bed/3 Bath-CC | 1,877 Sq Ft | $7,795 |
| Addison | C1 | 1,543 Sq Ft | $6,595 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 1,460 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Ace Berkeley | 3BR/2BA - Double - C2 | 1,429 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| The Emery | C4 | 1,428 Sq Ft | $4,740 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 1,360 Sq Ft | $775 |
| Bayview | C1 | 1,355 Sq Ft | $4,590 |
Cheapest Available Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 15, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 3BR/2.0BA Model starting from $775 at The Lair in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath Model at 2414 Telegraph starting at $1,400 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Berkeley is currently $4,017. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Berkeley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | $775 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,400 |
| 2430 Prospect | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,417 |
| Bosco | Unit 203 | $1,476 |
| 2715 Dwight | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,650 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | $2,595 |
| 2028 Dwight Way | 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | $2,895 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | $2,950 |
| Hollis Oak | Prescott | $3,375 |
| 3012 College Ave | 3012College | $3,500 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Berkeley is at The Lair listed at $775.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is $4,017.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,877 square feet unit starting from $7,795 at The Skylyne at Temescal.
What is the average size for Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Berkeley is currently 1,025 sq ft.
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