Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $1,500 (71 Rentals)

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$1,300 - $2,940
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2631 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

Unlock the personality of Renting and Living in the City by the Bay. Learn where to eat the best tacos, find hidden views, and embrace the charming contradictions of San Francisco life.

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$1,250 - $8,850
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Ace Berkeley

2108 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers

Maximize your work-life balance in San Francisco. Discover the ideal neighborhoods for renting, from SoMa to Nob Hill, for employees of the city's 5 leading companies.

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2832 Derby St
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2832 Derby St

2832 Derby StBerkeley, CA 94705
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Casa Zimbabwe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Zimbabwe

2422-2422 Ridge RdBerkeley, CA 94709
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Durant Park Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Park Apartment

2226-2230 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2710 College
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

2710 College

2710 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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2360 Ellsworth
1 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2360 Ellsworth

2360 Ellsworth StBerkeley, CA 94704
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12 Panoramic
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

12 Panoramic

12 Panoramic WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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1565 Arch St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1565 Arch St

1565 Arch StBerkeley, CA 94708
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San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Berkeley, CA
Population: 121,643

Ranked #233

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley

How much are Studio apartments in Berkeley?

There are currently 1,744 Studio Apartments in Berkeley with rent ranges from $800 to $5,226 with an average price of $2,507.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Berkeley Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Berkeley ranges from $765 to $259,501 with an average monthly rent of $3,293.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Berkeley range from $748 to $15,481. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,095.

How expensive are Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 580 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $400 to $12,644 - averaging $3,650 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.

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Deciding to move to San Francisco for work is a huge deal. San Fran is exciting and just weird enough to let you know you’re in for an amazing adventure, right from day one.

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