1227 Hopkins St
BerkeleyCA94702
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1816 Carleton St, Unit F
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Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,840 | $1,275 | $3,950 |
| Central Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Central Berkeley 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Berkeley area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2B Private Bedroom Model at RUMI at King in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Central Berkeley apartment is the B3 Model at Hillside Village starting at $2,431 with a $2.84 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUMI at King | 2B Private Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| ArtHaus Dwight | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 2124 Parker | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 2021 Blake St | 2021 Blake St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1844 Dwight Way, Unit Dwight way | 1844 Dwight Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 1668 Shattuck Ave, Unit 2 | 1668 Shattuck Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| The Lair | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 19 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 2360 Ellsworth | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Berkeley?
There are currently 1274 Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $845 to $10,500. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Berkeley ranging from $1,275 to $8,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Berkeley ranges from $1,275 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,440.
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