
Studio Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,900 (111 Rentals)


Aquatic Shattuck

Aquatic Fourth Street

Stadium Place Apartments

1122U

Aquatic Higby
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Shattuck Apartments

2430 Prospect

The U at California

Poets Place Apartment

Allston Place Apartments
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Addison Arts Apartments

The Overture

557 Spruce St

1914 Channing Way

2308 Woolsey St
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1194 Sterling Ave

2415 Virginia St

1988 California St

1154 Hearst Ave

1640 Euclid Ave

1720 Spruce St

2437 Shattuck Ave.

2613 Sacramento St

1041 Grand View Dr

2617 Sacramento St
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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 |
---|---|---|---|
Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,412 | $1,070 | $5,666 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,708 | $795 | $6,614 |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,958 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,381 | $775 | $9,300 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,202 | $1,079 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,284 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,785 | $1,533 | $10,000+ |
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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.
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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 The Laureate listed at $1,079.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Berkeley is $2,412.
What is the largest available Studio Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $1,079 at The Laureate.
What is the average size for Berkeley Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Berkeley is currently 357 sq ft.
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