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1932 Haste St

BerkeleyCA94704

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Evans Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Evans Manor

2316 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Collab@Oxford
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Collab@Oxford

1773 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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2210 MLK
5 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2210 MLK

2210 Martin Luther King Jr WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Sterling Haste
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sterling Haste

2110 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Roosevelt
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt

2132 Roosevelt AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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Oregon Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oregon Park Apartments

1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Durant Park Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Park Apartment

2226-2230 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Berkeley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley, CA is a Studio unit found at 2737 Durant Avenue in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $748. 1801 Milvia Street in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2737 Durant Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$748
1801 Milvia Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$795
Wesley House5BR/2.0BA5BR,2BA$795
1770 La LomaThird Floor1BR,1BA$850
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$850
2430 Prospect LP7 Bedroom | 3 Bath7BR,3BA$878
2425 ProspectThird Floor A1BR,1BA$900
12 Panoramic3 Bedroom | 1 Bath B3BR,1BA$911
2335 WarringSecond Floor8BR,2BA$950
HeliosHelios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027...1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $0.45 price per square foot 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2430 Prospect LP in the in the UC Berkeley neighborhood starting from $878. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2710 College LLC starting at $2,030 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2430 Prospect LP7 Bedroom | 3 Bath7BR,3BA$0.45
2710 College LLC4 Bedroom | 3 Bath4BR,3BA$1.12
2504 Dana StSingle Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$0.85
Pique Berkeley4BR/4BA - D24BR,4BA$1.09
2620 Regent5 Bedroom | 3 Bath5BR,3BA$1.06
3228 Adeline LLC5 Bedroom | 1 Bath5BR,1BA$1.00
2618 College5 Bedroom | 2 Bath5BR,2BA$1.08
2737 Durant Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.26
2124 Parker3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A3BR,2BA$1.32
ArtHaus TelegraphCal Suite4BR,2BA$1.42

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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Berkeley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Berkeley is at 2737 Durant Avenue listed at $748.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment is $850 at 1770 La Loma.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is starting from $1,081 at The Lair.

What is the most affordable Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lair and starts from $850.

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