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2425 Prospect

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2335 Warring
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2729 Dwight

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2430 Prospect

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2737 Durant Avenue

2701 Durant

The Laureate

2901 Channing

2618 College

3228 Adeline

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2225 Hearst

2315 College
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2360 Ellsworth

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2350 Prospect

The Kittredge

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The Den

Aquatic @ U

ArtHaus Dwight

Rise at Berkeley
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Poets Place Apartment

2210 MLK

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Cloyne Court

2132 Roosevelt Ave

1565 Arch St

2414 Dwight Way
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,172 | $800 | $4,975 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,514 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,319 | $472 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $612 | $9,021 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,224 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $748 | $10,000+ |
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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 Wesley House listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment is $950 at Helios.
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 $472 at Collab@Oxford.
What is the most affordable Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Collab@Oxford and starts from $612.
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