
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Spectra Southside (Student)

Student | Identity Logan Park

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

2832 Derby St
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The Kittredge

Rise at Berkeley
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Hub Bancroft

Collab@Oxford
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2530 Hillegass Ave

1725 Oxford 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 |
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Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,503 | $1,297 | $4,929 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,697 | $795 | $5,090 |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,367 | $800 | $7,607 |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,989 | $849 | $9,300 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,308 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 3301 Telegraph Ave. listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment is $1,165 at Spectra Southside (Student).
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 $999 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 Student | Identity Logan Park and starts from $849.
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