Studio Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA (1,774 Rentals)

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Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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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. 1176 University in the University Village neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $1,495. 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
1176 University0BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$1,495
MacArthur CommonsLoft728 Sq Ft$2,509
The EmeryS3708 Sq Ft$2,840
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,752
Metro 510SA640 Sq Ft$2,600
ArtHaus HannahStudio Model D612 Sq Ft$1,848
ViewpointStudio 1 Bath610 Sq Ft$1,314
The BroadwayB609 Sq Ft$1,986
Margaret Hall0 Beds, 1 Baths600 Sq Ft$2,400

Cheapest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

As of October 25, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $995 at Aquatic @ U in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Berkeley Studio is the Studio Model at 873 32nd Street starting at $998 in the West Oakland neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Berkeley is currently $2,408. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BA$995
873 32nd StreetStudio$998
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$999
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath$1,070
PiedmontStudio Income-Restricted$1,300
3301 Telegraph Ave.0BR/1.0BA$1,300
ViewpointStudio 1 Bath$1,314
ArtHaus 820Studio Plan A$1,402
1614-1630 University AveStudio, Mid-Sized$1,450
1176 University0BR/1.0BA$1,495

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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

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  • 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 Studio Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Berkeley with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Berkeley is at Aquatic @ U listed at $995.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,408.

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 462 sq ft.

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