
New Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,000 (26 Rentals)


B28

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

The Durant (new)

Bosco

Hub Bancroft
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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TheShattuck

Ace Berkeley

The Laureate

Student | Identity Logan Park

Helios

The Lair
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The Kittredge

RUMI at King

Collab@Oxford

The Guardian

The Den
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Rise at Berkeley

The Broadway

Prescott Station

3900 Adeline

MacArthur Commons
San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Refuge
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 | $2,462 | $999 | $4,696 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $780 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,536 | $800 | $7,440 |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,708 | $849 | $9,469 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,315 | $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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- 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 New Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Berkeley is at Student | Identity Logan Park listed at $849.
How much is the average rent for a New Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Berkeley is $3,687.
What is the largest New Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Berkeley is a 2,745 square feet unit starting from $2,312 at Baxter on Broadway.
What is the average size for Berkeley New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Berkeley is currently at 487 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
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