
Student Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (149 Rentals)
Rentals in Berkeley near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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Parker

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FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

Panoramic Northside

Hub Bancroft

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The Durant

Stadium Place Apartments

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Hillside Village

Warring Street Apartments
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26FIFTY

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Ace Berkeley

The Laureate

Modera Berkeley

The Dwight

University Park

Piedmont Palace

2430 Prospect
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2315 College

Aquatic Higby

2350 Prospect

The Valiant

ArtHaus Dwight

TheShattuck

Student | Identity Logan Park

2335 Warring

3228 Adeline

2715 Dwight
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2425 Prospect

1770 La Loma

2434 Piedmont

Wesley House

G-House

12 Panoramic

The Kittredge

2414 Telegraph

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley
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2360 Ellsworth

2618 College

2620 Regent

2901 Channing

2225 Hearst

The Overture

1634 Milvia

2311 Le Conte

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Student Studio Apartments | $2,471 | $748 | $4,092 |
| Berkeley Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $765 | $5,122 |
| Berkeley Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $850 | $9,355 |
| Berkeley Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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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, CAPopulation: 121,643
Ranked #233
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Berkeley is at 2737 Durant Avenue listed at $748.
How much is the average rent for a Student Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Berkeley is $2,889.
What is the largest Student Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 2,556 square feet unit starting from $1,049 at Pique Berkeley.
What is the average size for Berkeley Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Berkeley is currently at 594 sq ft.
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