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Largest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at 2430 Prospect in the UC Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,972 square feet priced from $1,070. Hollis Oak in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 921 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath1,972 Sq Ft$1,070
Hollis OakPeralta LW Loft921 Sq Ft$2,450
MacArthur CommonsLoft903 Sq Ft$2,640
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,710
Metro 510SA640 Sq Ft$2,500
The Skylyne at TemescalStudio-RR625 Sq Ft$2,860
Margaret Hall0 Beds, 1 Baths600 Sq Ft$2,400
Ace BerkeleyStudio - Double - S4591 Sq Ft$3,200
ArtHaus HannahStudio Model D492 Sq Ft$1,848

Cheapest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

As of December 10, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the Studio Model starting from $888 at 873 32nd Street in the West Oakland neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley Studio is the 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2430 Prospect starting at $1,070 in the UC Berkeley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,472. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
873 32nd StreetStudio$888
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath$1,070
BoscoStudio - 241 sqft$1,090
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,236
3301 Telegraph Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,300
PiedmontStudio Income-Restricted$1,300
ArtHaus 820Studio Plan A$1,350
ArtHaus Yerba BuenaStudio B$1,460
2813 Shattuck AveStudio$1,625
2122 Dwight WayStudio$1,695

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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

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Many nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Berkeley is at 873 32nd Street listed at $888.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,472.

What is the largest available Studio Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,972 square feet unit starting from $1,070 at 2430 Prospect.

What is the average size for Berkeley Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Berkeley is currently 384 sq ft.

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