
Gated Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,000 (31 Rentals)


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2452 Sacramento St, Unit Front

UC Studios

Americana Apartments

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2122 Dwight Way

K Street Flats

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The Durant
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Piedmont Palace

2000 Durant Ave

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G-House

2414 Telegraph LLC

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The Kittredge

Rise at Berkeley

The Laureate

2618 College

ArtHaus Telegraph

2315 College

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley
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The Lair

1770 La Loma

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

Telegraph Commons

1613 6th St

The Grand at Rockridge

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Prescott Station

5521 Shattuck Ave

334 45th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,469 | $748 | $3,877 |
| Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $765 | $5,120 |
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,252 | $850 | $9,542 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Berkeley is at Telegraph Commons listed at $765.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Berkeley is $3,236.
What is the largest Gated Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 1,884 square feet unit starting from $6,623 at The Standard at Berkeley.
What is the average size for Berkeley Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Berkeley is currently at 563 sq ft.
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