
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (30 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.


TheShattuck

Total Monthly Price
Aquatic Fourth Street

4 Months
K Street Flats

12 Months
Poets Place Apartment

12 Months
1530 Henry Street

12 Months
1634 Milvia
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5 Months, 12 Months
The Lair

9 Months, 16 Months
Jones Berkeley

6 Months, 15 Months
Berkeley Central

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months
Bosco

1 Month
2077 Haste St

1 Month
2077 Haste St

1 Month
1698 University Ave
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1 Month
2055 Haste St

1 Month
1698 University Ave

1 Month
2312 Bonar St

1 Month
2312 Bonar St

1 Month
2314 Bonar St

1 Month
1938 Channing Way

1 Month
2124 Parker St
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1 Month
2150 Kittredge St

1 Month
2124 Parker St

1 Month
2150 Kittredge St

1 Month
2701 Shattuck Ave.

1 Month
2000 Fifth St

1 Month
2000 Fifth Street-SI FL4-ID1059

1730 Martin Luther King Jr Way
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1936 Channing Way

2312 Bonar St
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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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #8
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle
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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 $1,099.
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 $4,162.
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 $2,405 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 651 sq ft.
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