
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (529 Rentals)


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Hillside Village

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Aquatic Fourth Street

1729 Arch Street

2412 Ellsworth St.

2025 Francisco St.

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2015 Haste St.

Collab@Oxford

2249 Bonar St

2235 Bonar St

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The Overture

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The Lair

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Addison

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1650 Oxford St

2222 Dwight Way

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Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,635 | $1,236 | $5,270 |
| Central Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $872 | $6,842 |
Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $746 | $7,150 |
| Central Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $608 | $8,865 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $1,217 | $6,650 |
| Central Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $911 | $9,050 |
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Largest Available Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at Addison and is listed at 1,393 square feet priced from $7,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison | B7 | 1,393 Sq Ft | $7,150 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B11 | 1,359 Sq Ft | $1,390 |
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 1,280 Sq Ft | $3,717 |
| Stonefire | D2 | 1,134 Sq Ft | $5,905 |
| Jones Berkeley | B3 | 1,097 Sq Ft | $4,105 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 02 | 1,086 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| Blake at Berkeley | C5 | 1,058 Sq Ft | $4,839 |
| Aquatic Shattuck | 2BR/2.0BA | 985 Sq Ft | $4,295 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A2- 2B | 980 Sq Ft | $4,414 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 14 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 978 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
Cheapest Available Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Central Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the 2X1 Model starting from $949 at Collab@Oxford. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central Berkeley is currently $2,769. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Collab@Oxford | 2X1 | $949 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10 | $1,390 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,618 |
| The Berkeley Place | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,799 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | $1,900 |
| RUMI at King | Private Bedroom & bathroom | $2,000 |
| Sterling Jefferson | Sterling Jefferson B1 | $2,059 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Central Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Berkeley with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Central Berkeley is at Collab@Oxford listed at $949.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Central Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central Berkeley is $2,769.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Central Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Berkeley is a 1,393 square feet unit starting from $7,150 at Addison.
What is the average size for Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Central Berkeley is currently 890 sq ft.
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