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$2,657 - $4,830Special Offer
Specials NOW OFFERING 6 WEEKS FREE BASE RENT & LUXURY LOOK AND LEASE ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!* Stacker Parking Special 3 months free for
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Parker
2038 Parker StBerkeley, CA 94704
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (16 Rentals)
Apartments in the Central Berkeley area of Berkeley with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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$2,790 - $8,250Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free if lease signed by December 15th
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Panoramic Northside
1752 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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$2,798 - $5,114Special Offer
Specials Now Offering Up To 4 WEEKS FREE base rent! Lease Today! On select apartments. *Restrictions Apply. Contact the Leasing Office Fo
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Aquatic Fourth Street
2010 5th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$1,250 - $8,400Special Offer
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Ace Berkeley
2108 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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$4,395 - $4,595Special Offer
1 Month Free NOW LEASING FOR FALL 2026! Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before January 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent
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1729 Arch Street
1729 Arch StBerkeley, CA 94709
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$3,130 - $6,386Special Offer
1 Month Free LEASE NOW AND GET UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE!*
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Berkeley Central
2055 Center StBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,799 - $3,695Special Offer
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The Berkeley Place
2067 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,250 - $2,420Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy 8 Weeks Free and Waived Signing Fees when you sign your lease with ArtHaus Dwight this week! Move-ins as early as June 1
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ArtHaus Dwight
2137 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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$2,796 - $4,621Special Offer
Specials Up to 2 weeks on select units + $1,000 Look and Lease *Select Terms Apply, Contact Leasing Team for Details.
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Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,939 - $8,984Special Offer
1 Month Free Up to 6 weeks free on select units!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out for more details.
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Addison
1950 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94704
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$2,795 - $3,595Special Offer
Specials SINCE THE UNITS ARE VACANT, YOU CAN SEE THEM ANY DAY BETWEEN 9AM AND 5PM BY CONTACTING US
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2125 Hearst Ave
2125 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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$2,795 - $9,495Special Offer
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1650 Oxford St
1650 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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$1,090 - $5,735Special Offer
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Bosco
1717 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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$895 - $4,595Special Offer
Specials Now Leasing for 2026 - 2027 School Year
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RUMI at King
2099 Martin Luther King Jr WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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1822 Francisco St, Unit 5
1822 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1729 Ward St
1729 Ward StBerkeley, CA 94703
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Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,658 | $1,090 | $5,226 |
| Central Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $950 | $6,842 |
| Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $999 | $7,019 |
| Central Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $775 | $8,400 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,031 | $1,691 | $7,075 |
| Central Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $1,140 | $8,250 |
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Top Berkeley Apartments in the Central Berkeley Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-31-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Central Berkeley, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Jones Berkeley
Up to 2 weeks on select units + $1,000 Look and Lease *Select Terms Apply, Contact Leasing Team for Details.Expires 01-31-2026
1729 Arch Street
NOW LEASING FOR FALL 2026! Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before January 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 01-31-2026
Aquatic Fourth Street
Now Offering Up To 4 WEEKS FREE base rent! Lease Today! On select apartments. *Restrictions Apply. Contact the Leasing Office For More Details. 2x2 963 SF starting at $3,687 Base Rent We can't wait to meet you!Expires 02-01-2026
Addison
Up to 6 weeks free on select units!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out for more details.Expires 02-01-2026
Bosco
Sign a 12-month lease to receive a special rate!Expires 02-01-2026
Parker
NOW OFFERING 6 WEEKS FREE BASE RENT & LUXURY LOOK AND LEASE ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!* Stacker Parking Special 3 months free for stacker parking, followed by a $100/month rate after the promotional period *Min. terms & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 02-01-2026
Berkeley Central
LEASE NOW AND GET UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE!*Expires 02-01-2026
2125 Hearst Ave
SINCE THE UNITS ARE VACANT, YOU CAN SEE THEM ANY DAY BETWEEN 9AM AND 5PM BY CONTACTING USExpires 02-01-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Central Berkeley, CA
Specials updated: 01-31-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Central Berkeley, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
1650 Oxford St
You can see this unit any day between 9am and 6pm by contacting usExpires 08-01-2026
Aquatic Fourth Street
Now Offering Up To 4 WEEKS FREE base rent! Lease Today! On select apartments. *Restrictions Apply. Contact the Leasing Office For More Details. 2x2 963 SF starting at $3,687 Base Rent We can't wait to meet you!Expires 02-01-2026
Addison
Up to 6 weeks free on select units!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out for more details.Expires 02-01-2026
Bosco
Sign a 12-month lease to receive a special rate!Expires 02-01-2026
Parker
NOW OFFERING 6 WEEKS FREE BASE RENT & LUXURY LOOK AND LEASE ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!* Stacker Parking Special 3 months free for stacker parking, followed by a $100/month rate after the promotional period *Min. terms & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 02-01-2026
Berkeley Central
LEASE NOW AND GET UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE!*Expires 02-01-2026
2125 Hearst Ave
SINCE THE UNITS ARE VACANT, YOU CAN SEE THEM ANY DAY BETWEEN 9AM AND 5PM BY CONTACTING USExpires 02-01-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Central Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Central Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Central Berkeley is at RUMI at King listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Central Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Central Berkeley is $3,828.
What is the largest Rent Specials Central Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Central Berkeley is a 1,713 square feet unit starting from $3,130 at Berkeley Central.
What is the average size for Central Berkeley Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Central Berkeley is currently at 519 sq ft.
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