
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Berkeley, CA (31 Rentals)


2738 Garber St, Unit Cinnabar

1428 7th St, Unit 1428

1648 Russell St, Unit 1

2009 McGee Ave, Unit 2

2343 Dwight Way, Unit 1

1824 62nd St, Unit B
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1053 Cragmont Ave, Unit A

906 Channing Way, Unit D

7717 Claremont Ave, Unit Main

2421 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2421

2227 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 2

917 Shattuck Ave, Unit Lower Unit

2575 Virginia St, Unit 1
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1730 Stuart St, Unit A

2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342

913 Camelia St

1716 Rose St, Unit 2

723 Buchanan St, Unit C

1510 Park Ave, Unit Studio

3421 Belmont Ave, Unit Upper Level 2B1B
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836 Adams St, Unit B

6400 Christie Ave, Unit 4309

3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3

845 Apgar St, Unit B

956 Apgar St, Unit 4

4824 Telegraph Ave

551 59th Street, Unit A
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4300 Market St, Unit C

5421 Market St, Unit C

1091 59th St, Unit 2
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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 | $2,472 | $950 | $4,746 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $600 | $6,842 |
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,004 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,096 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,241 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,129 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $963 | $9,495 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Berkeley is at 3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3 listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Berkeley is $2,941.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,850 square feet unit starting from $3,800 at 551 59th Street, Unit A.
What is the average size for Berkeley For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Berkeley is currently at 911 sq ft.
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