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1176 University
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1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Durant Park Apartment
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Durant Park Apartment

2226-2230 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 2430 Prospect in the UC Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,972 square feet priced from $1,070. The Den in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 1,360 square feet and currently listed start at $1,095. 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
The DenBedroom within model1,360 Sq Ft$1,095
1176 University0BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$1,495
ParkerStudio683 Sq Ft$2,752
The BroadwayB609 Sq Ft$2,401
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudio570 Sq Ft$1,800
Aquatic Fourth StreetA3- 0S557 Sq Ft$2,696
BayviewS1547 Sq Ft$2,790
Stadium Place ApartmentsStudio410 Sq Ft$2,595

Cheapest Available Berkeley Studio Apartments

As of September 10, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Berkeley, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $999 at Rise at Berkeley in the Downtown Berkeley 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 $2,258. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Berkeley:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$999
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath$1,070
Helios0BR/1.0BA$1,305
ArtHaus 820Studio Plan A$1,402
1176 University0BR/1.0BA$1,495
PiedmontStudio Income-Restricted$1,500
2813 Shattuck AveStudio$1,625
Poets Place Apartment0BR/1.0BA$1,650
The Riviera0 Beds, 1 Baths$1,750

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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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  • 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 Rise at Berkeley listed at $999.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,258.

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 355 sq ft.

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