
Student Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (89 Rentals)
Rentals in Berkeley near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Parker

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

Pique Berkeley

Hub Bancroft

The Durant (new)

Stadium Place Apartments

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Ace Berkeley
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Modera Berkeley

Sterling Oxford

Student | Identity Logan Park

Spectra Southside (Student)

The U at California
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The Kittredge

Poets Place Apartment

Allston Place Apartments

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

Addison Arts Apartments

2813 Shattuck Ave
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ArtHaus Dwight

The Standard at Berkeley

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

ArtHaus Telegraph

2211 Carleton St

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2405 Fulton St

2000 Durant Ave

RUMI at King
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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 Student Studio Apartments | $2,319 | $995 | $4,449 |
Berkeley Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,523 | $600 | $5,631 |
Berkeley Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $550 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,251 | $775 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,818 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,427 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $979 | $1,509 |
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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.
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Spectra Southside (Student) listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a Student Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Berkeley is $3,008.
What is the largest Student Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,884 square feet unit starting from $2,490 at The Standard at Berkeley.
What is the average size for Berkeley Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Berkeley is currently at 445 sq ft.
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