Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA Under $2,000 (42 Rentals)

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2227 Carleton St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2227 Carleton St

2227 Carleton StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2319 Shattuck Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2319 Shattuck Ave.

2319-2323 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2325 Channing Way
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2325 Channing Way

2325 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Shattuck Studios
Studio Apartments

Shattuck Studios

2711 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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1951 Chestnut St
Studio Apartments

1951 Chestnut St

1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1770 La Loma
1 Bedroom Apartments

1770 La Loma

1770 La Loma AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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2401 Warring St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2401 Warring St

2401 Warring StBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

2301 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2620 Regent
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

2620 Regent

2620 Regent StBerkeley, 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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Rise at Berkeley
Studio Apartments

Rise at Berkeley

2025 Kala Bagai WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2210 MLK
5 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2210 MLK

2210 Martin Luther King Jr WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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635 El Dorado Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

635 El Dorado Ave

635 El Dorado AveOakland, CA 94611
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The Empress
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Empress

3952 Harrison StOakland, CA 94611
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535 Liberty St
1 Bedroom Apartments

535 Liberty St

535 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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645 El Dorado Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

645 El Dorado Ave

645 El Dorado AveOakland, CA 94611
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ArtHaus Hannah
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

ArtHaus Hannah

2850 Hannah StOakland, CA 94608
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Bakery Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bakery Lofts

4600 Adeline StEmeryville, CA 94608
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ArtHaus Yerba Buena
Studio Apartments

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

1035 Yerba Buena AveOakland, CA 94608
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Louise Street Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Louise Street Lofts

1450 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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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 Berkeley

How much are Studio apartments in Berkeley?

There are currently 1,770 Studio Apartments in Berkeley with rent ranges from $600 to $4,449 with an average price of $5,558.

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 $600 to $8,858 with an average monthly rent of $2,559.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Berkeley range from $550 to $10,040. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,046.

How expensive are Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 572 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $775 to $11,931 - averaging $4,444 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.