Studio Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,745 Rentals)

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The Durant
$1,600 - $3,040

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Base Rent$1,600 - $3,040
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Studio Apartments Available Jan 1, 2027

The Durant

2631 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1122U
$2,258

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1122U

1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Aquatic Ashby
$2,695

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Base Rent$2,695 - $3,095
Total Monthly Price$2,695 - $3,095
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Aquatic Ashby

3006 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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2122 Dwight Way
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$1,911 - $2,011

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Base Rent$1,911 - $2,316
Total Monthly Price$1,911 - $2,316
Studio Apartments Available Oct 5

2122 Dwight Way

2122 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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1655 Hopkins St
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1655 Hopkins St

1655 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94707
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Northside

2526-2540 Le Conte AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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1801 Milvia Street
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1801 Milvia Street

1801 Milvia StBerkeley, CA 94709
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E2421
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E2421

2417-2423 Ellsworth StBerkeley, CA 94704
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1925 10th St
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1925 10th St

1925 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2119 Hearst Ave
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2119 Hearst Ave

2119 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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1526 Arch St
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1526 Arch St

1526 Arch StBerkeley, CA 94708
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Leroy
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Leroy

2411 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704

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Largest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is found at RUMI at King in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 951 square feet priced from $950. The Broadway in the Pill Hill neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 612 square feet and currently listed start at $2,602. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
RUMI at King[2026 - 2027] By the Bed: Unlock Smart Living a...951 Sq Ft$950
The BroadwayDesign EC612 Sq Ft$2,602
Artistry EmeryvilleStudio C575 Sq Ft$2,332
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudio570 Sq Ft$1,800
AddisonS1.1535 Sq Ft$3,877
The EmeryS2515 Sq Ft$3,386
1526 Arch St0 Beds, 1 Baths500 Sq Ft$2,195
2000 Durant AveStudio, 1 bath500 Sq Ft$1,775
2441-2455 Bonar St0BR/1.0BA489 Sq Ft$1,595
The KittredgeStudio488 Sq Ft$2,825

Cheapest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

As of September 11, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $795 at 1801 Milvia Street in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley Studio is the [2026 - 2027] By the Bed: Unlock Smart Living a... Model at RUMI at King starting at $950 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,490. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1801 Milvia Street0BR/1.0BA$795
RUMI at King[2026 - 2027] By the Bed: Unlock Smart Living a...$950
Wesley House0BR/1.0BA$1,003
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,297
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BA$1,448
4327 Essex Street0BR/1.0BA$1,495
2441-2455 Bonar St0BR/1.0BA$1,595
5339 Broadway0 Beds, 1 Baths$1,745
E24210BR/1.0BA$1,745
2000 Durant AveStudio, 1 bath$1,775

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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, CA
Population: 121,643

Ranked #233

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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 1801 Milvia Street listed at $795.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,490.

What is the largest available Studio Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 951 square feet unit starting from $950 at RUMI at King.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Berkeley is currently 459 sq ft.

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