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2077 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2210 Martin Luther King Jr WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2025 Kala Bagai WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2001 Milvia StBerkeley, CA 94704
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1630 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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2000 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2018-2030 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2067 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2110 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2132 Roosevelt AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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2226-2230 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2115 Haste St
2115 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2813 Shattuck Ave
2813 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2070 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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2218 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2711 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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2227 Carleton St
2227 Carleton StBerkeley, CA 94704
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1725 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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1301 Gilman StAlbany, CA 94706
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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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Cheapest Available Central Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2225 Hearst priced from $872. Helios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2225 Hearst | Fifth Floor | 1BR,1BA | $872 |
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,099 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,390 |
| Bosco | Unit 201 | 5BR,2BA | $1,628 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,640 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| UC Studios | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Berkeley Place | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA
As of March 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Berkeley area is the $3.25 price per square foot 1538 Arch St Model at 1538 Arch St in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Central Berkeley apartment is the 2342 Hilgard Ave Model at 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 starting at $1,900 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1538 Arch St | 1538 Arch St | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 | 2342 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | 2 Bed/1 Bath Private | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 2015 Haste St. | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| The Berkeley Place | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 2124 Parker | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley | A2 (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Berkeley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Berkeley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Berkeley is under $1,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Central Berkeley is 2225 Hearst which is listed at $872, while the average apartment in Central Berkeley costs $2,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Berkeley?
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 589 regular apartments in Central Berkeley 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 Central Berkeley?
Cheap apartments in Central Berkeley have an average cost of $2,057 which is $693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Berkeley.
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