
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Claremont Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $500 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Claremont area of Berkeley.


The Den

2430 Prospect

Pique Berkeley
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The Harmony Collective

1569 Arch St

The Laureate

2414 Telegraph

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ArtHaus 820

MacArthur Commons
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Claremont, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Claremont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Studio Apartments | $2,456 | $995 | $9,807 |
| Claremont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $600 | $6,510 |
| Claremont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Claremont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,702 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Claremont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,085 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| Claremont 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,596 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
| Claremont 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $963 | $2,555 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Claremont Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Claremont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Claremont area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! priced from $600. The Lair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Claremont apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $775 |
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2715 Dwight | 6 Bedroom | 4 Bath | 6BR,4BA | $963 |
| 2430 Prospect | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Casa Zimbabwe | Ridge House Triples | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| The Harmony Collective | Suite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom | 1BR, | $1,050 |
| Bosco | Studio - 241 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Claremont, CA
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Claremont area is the $2.11 price per square foot 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths Model at 680 Hiller Dr in the in the Montclair Business neighborhood starting from $7,900. The second greatest value Claremont apartment is the 1001 46th St Model at 1001 46th St, Unit Cavernous 2bdrm starting at $3,950 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Glashaus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Claremont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 680 Hiller Dr | 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.11 |
| 1001 46th St, Unit Cavernous 2bdrm | 1001 46th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 2129 Haste Street | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 4538 Martin Luther King Jr Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 | 2342 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 236 Lomas Cantadas, Unit In-Law | 236 Lomas Cantadas | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 2430 Prospect | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Casa Zimbabwe | Casa Zimbabwe Triples | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeastern San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Claremont Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Claremont Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Claremont?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Claremont is at 2430 Prospect listed at $1,070.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Claremont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Claremont Apartment is $700 at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Claremont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Claremont is starting from $775 at The Lair.
What is the most affordable Claremont Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Claremont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lair and starts from $775.
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