Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Berkeley Marina Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
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2428 McGee Ave

2721 California St

1988 California St

2617 Sacramento St
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2609 Sacramento St

2613 Sacramento St

1408 Berkeley Way
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Berkeley Marina, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley Marina?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Marina Studio Apartments | $2,247 | $1,090 | $3,300 |
| Berkeley Marina 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,634 | $950 | $3,995 |
| Berkeley Marina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,519 | $2,250 | $4,995 |
| Berkeley Marina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,499 | $1,476 | $6,785 |
| Berkeley Marina 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,409 | $2,207 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Berkeley Marina Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Berkeley Marina Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Berkeley Marina area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios priced from $950. Bosco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Berkeley Marina apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bosco | Studio - 241 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,056 |
| Emme | Bay | Studio,1BA | $2,159 |
| Artistry Emeryville | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Marina, CA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley Marina area is the $3.04 price per square foot 1220 59th St Model at 1220 59th St, Unit 1220 in the in the Glashaus neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Berkeley Marina apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Viewpoint starting at $3,450 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the West Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley Marina apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1220 59th St, Unit 1220 | 1220 59th St | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| The Courtyards at 65th Street | Wallace | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 1035 63rd St | 1035 63rd St | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| 1114 Stannage Ave, Unit 1114 | 1114 Stannage Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 1339 Rose St, Unit D | 1339 Rose St | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Avenue 64 | Christie Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 836 Adams St, Unit B | 836 Adams St | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 1091 59th St, Unit 2 | 1091 59th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBerkeley Marina, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #15
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Berkeley Marina Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Cheap Berkeley Marina Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Berkeley Marina?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Berkeley Marina is under $2,468.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Berkeley Marina?
The cheapest apartment in Berkeley Marina is Helios which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Berkeley Marina costs $3,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Berkeley Marina?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 60 regular apartments in Berkeley Marina that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Berkeley Marina?
Cheap apartments in Berkeley Marina have an average cost of $1,611 which is $1,984 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Marina.
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