
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (673 Rentals)


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1122U

Modera Berkeley

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Ace Berkeley

University Park

The U at California

TheShattuck

Student | Identity Logan Park

Aquatic Fourth Street

Allston Place Apartments
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Aquatic Shattuck

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Addison Arts Apartments

The Kittredge

Poets Place Apartment

The Overture

Berkeley Central

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2122 Dwight Way
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2000 Durant Ave

Aquatic @ U

RUMI at King

Rise at Berkeley

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1938 Channing Way, Unit SI ID1310767P

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1325 Sacramento St, Unit SI FL1-ID1520529P

1988 California St

2437 Shattuck Ave.

2008 Shattuck Ave.

1655 Hopkins St
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2029 Channing Way

University Avenue Cooperative Homes

1925 10th St

2119 Hearst Ave

1526 Arch St

2369 Le Conte Avenue

2124-2126 Acton St

1739 Francisco St

2025 Mcgee Ave

2683-2697 Mabel St
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2218 Durant Ave

1723-1725 Blake St

1761-1771 Spruce St

2109-2111 Stuart St

2105-2107 Spaulding Ave

2329 Hilgard Ave

1312 Addison St

1735 Carleton St

2439 Jefferson Ave

2428 9th St
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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 | $2,531 | $950 | $3,815 |
| Central Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $950 | $4,667 |
| Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $963 | $8,099 |
| Central Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $895 | $8,865 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $845 | $5,975 |
| Central Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $1,305 | $8,500 |
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There are currently 673 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Largest Available Central Berkeley Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at 2000 Durant Ave and is listed at 500 square feet priced from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | 500 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
| 1526 Arch St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | 500 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| The Kittredge | Studio | 488 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | A1-DA | 484 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| The Overture | Studio | 420 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 11 - Studio | 408 Sq Ft | $2,475 |
| Allston Place Apartments | Studio | 376 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | 349 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| UC Studios | Studios | 320 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Cheapest Available Central Berkeley Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,397 at Aquatic @ U. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Berkeley is currently $2,531. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,397 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | $1,750 |
| 1925 10th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,765 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | $1,775 |
| UC Studios | Studios | $1,795 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | A1-DA | $2,095 |
| 1526 Arch St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,195 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 04 - Studio | $2,295 |
| TheShattuck | Studio B2 | $2,395 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Berkeley with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central Berkeley is at Aquatic @ U listed at $1,397.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central Berkeley is $2,531.
What is the largest available Studio Central Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Berkeley is a 500 square feet unit starting from $1,775 at 2000 Durant Ave.
What is the average size for Central Berkeley Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Central Berkeley is currently 386 sq ft.
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