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Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Berkeley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Lair priced from $775. Helios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$775
HeliosShared Double1BR,1BA$950
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$999
BoscoStudio - 241 sqftStudio,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Berkeley area is the $0.74 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Lair in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Central Berkeley apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1128 - 1130 Bancroft starting at $2,765 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the West Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lair2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.74
1128 - 1130 Bancroft3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.77
2151 Russell St2151 Russell St2BR,1BA$2.73
2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 23422342 Hilgard Ave2BR,1BA$1.10
1940-1942 Haste St.2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.23
Acton Courtyard2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.45
1339 Rose St, Unit D1339 Rose St2BR,1BA$3.38
MB Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.33
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.60
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Berkeley

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Berkeley?

There are currently 1273 Apartments for Rent in Central Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $8,400. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Berkeley ranging from $1,100 to $9,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Berkeley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Berkeley ranges from $1,100 to $9,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,987.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Berkeley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Berkeley range from $775 to $8,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,145 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,490 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,409.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.