
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (24 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Central Berkeley area of Berkeley as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


3 Months
K Street Flats

TheShattuck

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Aquatic Fourth Street

12 Months
Poets Place Apartment

12 Months
1530 Henry Street

12 Months
1634 Milvia

9 Months, 16 Months
Jones Berkeley
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6 Months, 15 Months
Berkeley Central

5 Months, 12 Months
The Lair

6 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12 Months, 13 Months,
Bosco

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2077 Haste St, Unit GO FL2-ID1822

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1325 Sacramento St, Unit SI FL1-ID1520529P

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2077 Haste St, Unit SI FL3-ID1824

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2055 Haste St, Unit SI FL7-ID1984

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2126
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124

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2150 Kittredge St, Unit SI FL5-ID1953

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2000 Fifth Street-SI FL4-ID1505, Unit SI FL4-ID1505

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2001 Fifth Street-SI FL4-ID1262, Unit SI FL4-ID1262

2312 Bonar St

1938 Channing Way

2314 Bonar St

1936 Channing 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 | $2,557 | $950 | $5,558 |
| Central Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $950 | $9,925 |
| Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,285 | $472 | $10,000+ |
| Central Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $612 | $9,021 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $845 | $6,554 |
| Central Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $1,305 | $8,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Central Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Central Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Central Berkeley is at The Lair listed at $992.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Central Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Central Berkeley is $4,003.
What is the largest Short-term Central Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Central Berkeley is a 1,834 square feet unit starting from $2,410 at 1122U.
What is the average size for Central Berkeley Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Central Berkeley is currently at 532 sq ft.
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