Rental terms in Berkeley as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,473 | $999 | $5,006 |
| Berkeley Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,744 | $795 | $5,416 |
| Berkeley Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $800 | $7,607 |
| Berkeley Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $849 | $9,300 |
| Berkeley Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,258 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,315 | $10,000+ |
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Write a ReviewBerkeley, 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.
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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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Berkeley is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $795.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Berkeley is $3,655.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,156 at Baxter on Broadway.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Berkeley is currently at 548 sq ft.
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