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2249 Spaulding Ave
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1590 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
1352 Blake St, Unit Upstairs
1352 Blake St
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1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1323 Ashby Ave, Unit Apt D
1323 Ashby AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1115 Dwight Way, Unit 1115 Dwight
1115 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94702
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2020 4th StBerkeley, CA 94710
1754 Allston Way
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2132 Roosevelt AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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2915-2929 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1613 6th St
1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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2112 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1626-1654 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94703
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1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
1402 Berkeley Way
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2301 Eighth St
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3101-3115 California Street
3101-3115 California StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1433 Dwight Way
1433 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94702
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The Parc at 1300
1300 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1260-1290 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94702
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3205 California St
3205 California StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1917 6th St
1917 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
2950 Stanton St
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1919 Curtis St
1919 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1635 Francisco St
1635 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1533 Harmon St
1533-1537 Harmon StBerkeley, CA 94703
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2875 California StBerkeley, CA 94703
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OaklandCA94608
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OaklandCA94608
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OaklandCA94608
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6400 Christie Ave
EmeryvilleCA94608
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AlbanyCA94706
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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 | $2,277 | $1,500 | $3,734 |
| Berkeley Marina 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $950 | $4,180 |
| Berkeley Marina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,624 | $2,158 | $6,558 |
| Berkeley Marina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $1,748 | $4,506 |
| Berkeley Marina 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,399 | $1,888 |
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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 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,688. Here are the most affordable Berkeley Marina apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bosco | Unit 301 | 6BR,3BA | $1,688 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| BUSD Workforce Housing | 1BR IBA | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| 1590 Oregon St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Emme | Bay | Studio,1BA | $2,519 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Marina, CA
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Berkeley Marina area is the $2.83 price per square foot 1337 Cornell Ave Model at 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Berkeley Marina apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Aquatic Higby starting at $3,950 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Glashaus 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. |
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| 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit | 1337 Cornell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Aquatic Higby | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| 2235 Bonar St | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 950 Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 1115 Dwight Way, Unit 1115 Dwight | 1115 Dwight Way | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| 1590 Oregon St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 2206 10th St, Unit B | 2206 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 1467 Russell St | 1467 Russell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| BUSD Workforce Housing | 1BR IBA | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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 $2,519.
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 $3,764.
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 33 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 $1,219 which is $2,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Marina.
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